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Escapes (1968): cast, story & where to watch

1968 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1968, Escapes is a drama and war film directed by Rados Novakovic, running about 91 minutes.

What it’s about. Political prisoners imprisoned in Yugoslavia will try to escape from prison by digging a channel under the ground and join the partisans.

Who’s in it. Escapes stars Dušan Đurić as Slobodan Radenik, Velimir Živojinović as Viktor, Ljuba Tadić as Troskot and Slavko Simić as Krajnović, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Escapes has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Escapes page.

If you liked it. Fans of Escapes tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Escapes (1968)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Escapes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Escapes worth watching?
Escapes holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Escapes?
Escapes stars Dušan Đurić, Velimir Živojinović, Ljuba Tadić, Slavko Simić and Zlatko Madunić.
When was Escapes released?
Escapes was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.