The Escape (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 4.2
Released in 2009, The Escape is a thriller and drama film directed by Kathrine Windfeld, running about 114 minutes.
What it’s about. Danish journalist Rikke Lyngvig is taken hostage in Afghanistan by a terror group. With help from one of the terrorists, the young Nazir, Rikke manages to escape. On her return, she is soon declared the Danish Jessica Lynch and her career is launched into the spotlight. All the while Nazir flees from Afghanistan, heading for Denmark. When he finally seeks out Rikke, she is shocked and torn. Is she willing to help the man who threatened to kill her, and to jeopardize her new-found career? Their tumultuous encounter turns into an ill-fated confrontation with their own demons and a nation driven by a hunger for sensation and political populism.
Who’s in it. The Escape stars Iben Hjejle as Rikke Lyngvig, Lars Mikkelsen as Thomas Jargil, Sonja Richter as Sara Jargil and Vibeke Hastrup as Hanne Hvidtfeldt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.2/10, The Escape has proved divisive with audiences.
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, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Escape (2009)?
- 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 4.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Escape?
- The Escape stars Iben Hjejle, Lars Mikkelsen, Sonja Richter, Vibeke Hastrup and Sarah Boberg.
- When was The Escape released?
- The Escape was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.