New Alcatraz (2002): cast, story & where to watch
2002 · Film · ★ 3.8
Released in 2002, New Alcatraz is an action, horror and science fiction film directed by Phillip J. Roth, running about 95 minutes. “100 Feet of Prehistoric Terror” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Paleontologist Robert Trenton is called to Northeastern Antarctica near the Indian Ocean to help the FBI build an underground maximum-security military base and prison for the world's most dangerous criminals and terrorists, which is dubbed "New Alcatrax" by the staff. While building the prison, the staff accidentally awaken and unleash a prehistoric Boa Constrictor from its 200 year hibernation.
Who’s in it. New Alcatraz stars Dean Cain as Dr. Robert Trenton, Lisa Lackey as Dr. Jessica Platt-Trenton, Mark Sheppard as Yuri and Dean Biasucci as Major Larsten, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, New Alcatraz has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch New Alcatraz page.
If you liked it. Fans of New Alcatraz 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 New Alcatraz (2002)?
- In US, New Alcatraz is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is New Alcatraz worth watching?
- New Alcatraz holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, horror and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in New Alcatraz?
- New Alcatraz stars Dean Cain, Lisa Lackey, Mark Sheppard, Dean Biasucci and Craig Wasson.
- When was New Alcatraz released?
- New Alcatraz was released in 2002, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.