Escape From Kampala (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film
Released in 1991, Escape From Kampala is a notable film directed by Roy Battersby.
What it’s about. The true story of a daring prison break. Wycliffe Kato, Director of Civil Aviation in Idi Amin's Uganda was at the airport to catch a flight to Canada for a conference when he was arrested by Amin's secret police, members of the notorious Sate Research Bureau, and thrown into the Nakasero prison. This should have meant certain death, but, along with his cell mates, army officers who had come under suspicion of organizing a coup, he escaped and made it on foot to Nairobi. This TV movie is based on Wycliffe Kato's own account in his book "Escape From Idi Amin's Slaughterhouse".
Who’s in it. Escape From Kampala stars John Matshikiza as Wycliffe Kato, Rudolph Walker as Kimumwe, Oke Wambu as Kasujja and John Adewole as Okech, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Escape From Kampala page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Escape From Kampala (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Escape From Kampala change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Escape From Kampala?
- Escape From Kampala stars John Matshikiza, Rudolph Walker, Oke Wambu, John Adewole and Leo Wringer.
- When was Escape From Kampala released?
- Escape From Kampala was released in 1991.