Escape (2012): cast, story & where to watch

2012 · Film · ★ 6

Escape poster

Released in 2012, Escape is an action and history film directed by Roar Uthaug, running about 76 minutes.

What it’s about. Ten years after the Black Death devastated the country, a poor family sets out on a journey to search for better living conditions. In a deserted mountain pass, they are attacked by a gang of ruthless killer thieves. The only one spared is 19 year old Signe. She is taken prisoner, and the gang brings her back to their camp. Here, she soon learns that they have a fate worse than death in store for her, and realises that her only hope is to escape.

Who’s in it. Escape stars Isabel Christine Andreasen as Signe, Ingrid Bolsø Berdal as Dagmar, Kristian Espedal as Grim and Hallvard Holmen as Harald, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Escape has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Escape page.

If you liked it. Fans of Escape 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 Escape (2012)?
In US, Escape is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Escape worth watching?
Escape holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Escape?
Escape stars Isabel Christine Andreasen, Ingrid Bolsø Berdal, Kristian Espedal, Hallvard Holmen and Bjørn Moan.
When was Escape released?
Escape was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 76 minutes.