Escapes (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2017, Escapes is a documentary film directed by Michael Almereyda, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Escapes blazes a path through mid-20th-century Hollywood via the experiences of Hampton Fancher – flamenco dancer, actor, and the unlikely producer and screenwriter of the landmark sci-fi classic Blade Runner. Fancher recounts episodes from his life — romantic misadventures with silver-screen stars, wayward acts of chivalry, jealousy, and friendship — matched with a parallel world of film and TV footage wherein Fancher plays cowboys, killers, fops, cads, and the occasional hero. Escapes shows how one man’s personal journey can unexpectedly shape a medium’s future.
Who’s in it. Escapes stars Hampton Fancher as Self.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Escapes has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Fandor and OVID and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Escapes page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Escapes (2017)?
- In US, Escapes is available to stream on Fandor and OVID, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Escapes worth watching?
- Escapes holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Escapes?
- Escapes stars Hampton Fancher.
- When was Escapes released?
- Escapes was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.