Breakaway (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1996, Breakaway is an action, thriller and adventure film directed by Sean Dash, running about 95 minutes. “Theres a time to fight and a time to run ...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Myra is a trusted courier for drug-lord Anton. When she wants to retire, Anton plans to make sure her retirement is very permanent; as in dead.
Who’s in it. Breakaway stars Teri Thompson as Myra Styles, Teri Fruichantie as Myra, Joe Estevez as Grey and Richard Beatty as Rick, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Breakaway has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Breakaway page.
If you liked it. Fans of Breakaway 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 Breakaway (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Breakaway change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Breakaway worth watching?
- Breakaway holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Breakaway?
- Breakaway stars Teri Thompson, Teri Fruichantie, Joe Estevez, Richard Beatty and Tonya Harding.
- When was Breakaway released?
- Breakaway was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.