Escape Clause (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film
Released in 1959, Escape Clause is a fantasy and drama film directed by Mitchell Leisen, running about 25 minutes.
What it’s about. A mean-spirited hypochondriac (David Wayne) afraid of dying sells his soul to the Devil (Thomas Gomez) for immortality.
Who’s in it. Escape Clause stars Rod Serling as Narrator (voice), David Wayne as Walter Bedeker, Thomas Gomez as Cadwallader and Virginia Christine as Ethel Bedeker, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Escape Clause page.
If you liked it. Fans of Escape Clause tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Escape Clause (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Escape Clause change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Escape Clause?
- Escape Clause stars Rod Serling, David Wayne, Thomas Gomez, Virginia Christine and Raymond Bailey.
- When was Escape Clause released?
- Escape Clause was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 25 minutes.