The Escape (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2016, The Escape is an action and thriller film directed by Neill Blomkamp, running about 13 minutes. “So that one may live” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. After the controversial disappearance of their Chief Medical Officer, a shadowy bio genetics company is under siege by the FBI for secretly cloning humans. Amidst the chaos, Molgen’s head mercenary Holt is sneaking out the last living clone, a young woman named Lily to a mysterious buyer. Holt has hired The Driver, accompanied by a heavily armed squadron of fellow Molgen mercenaries, to evade the authorities and deliver Lily and himself to the buyer. The journey takes an unexpected turn and Holt is forced to take matters into his own hands, as the driver once again demonstrates his mettle and extraordinary driving skills.
Who’s in it. The Escape stars Clive Owen as The Driver, Dakota Fanning as Lily, Jon Bernthal as Holt and Vera Farmiga as Dr. Nora Phillips, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Escape has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Escape page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Escape tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Escape (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Escape change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Escape worth watching?
- The Escape holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Escape?
- The Escape stars Clive Owen, Dakota Fanning, Jon Bernthal, Vera Farmiga and Daniel Kash.
- When was The Escape released?
- The Escape was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 13 minutes.