Escape from Auschwitz (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film
Released in 2009, Escape from Auschwitz is a war and documentary film, running about 47 minutes.
What it’s about. The truth about the Auschwitz death camp was one of the most closely guarded secrets of the Third Reich. Prisoners who tried to escape were killed in public as an example to other inmates. Very few ever made it out alive. Escape From Auschwitz tells the incredible story of two young Slovak Jews, Rudolph Vrba and Alfred Wetzler, who managed to escape, determined to tell the world about the atrocities being committed by the Nazis at the camp, which resulted in the saving of thousands of lives.
Who’s in it. Escape from Auschwitz stars Sean Pertwee as Narrator, Yehuda Bauer as Himself, David Cesarani as Himself and Martin Gilbert as Himself, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Escape from Auschwitz page.
If you liked it. Fans of Escape from Auschwitz tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Escape from Auschwitz (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Escape from Auschwitz change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Escape from Auschwitz?
- Escape from Auschwitz stars Sean Pertwee, Yehuda Bauer, David Cesarani, Martin Gilbert and Georg Klein.
- When was Escape from Auschwitz released?
- Escape from Auschwitz was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 47 minutes.