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Socrate's Escape (1923): cast, story & where to watch

1923 · Film · ★ 4.3

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Released in 1923, Socrate's Escape is a notable film directed by Guido Brignone.

What it’s about. Socrate, a weird parrot, one day flies away through an open window. The mistress of the parrot imposes on her boyfriend Ajax a terrible condition: if he doesn’t find Socrate, she will marry another man. Ajax immediately starts to look for Socrate, but soon he discovers that the parrot has been captured and sold to a young lady leaving for Havana. Finally Ajax manages to get to Cuba, but once there he finds out that Socrate has already flown away to return to his original owner; she telegraphs Ajax asking him to return to her – but she will wait in vain: Ajax has already fallen in love with the young lady who emigrated to Cuba.

Who’s in it. Socrate's Escape stars Carlo Aldini, Vasco Creti as Liliana's father, Giuseppe Brignone and Armand Pouget.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Socrate's Escape has proved divisive with audiences.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Socrate's Escape (1923)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Socrate's Escape change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Socrate's Escape worth watching?
Socrate's Escape holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Socrate's Escape?
Socrate's Escape stars Carlo Aldini, Vasco Creti, Giuseppe Brignone and Armand Pouget.
When was Socrate's Escape released?
Socrate's Escape was released in 1923.