Escape From Iran: The Canadian Caper (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film
Released in 1981, Escape From Iran: The Canadian Caper is a thriller, drama, tv movie and history film directed by Lamont Johnson, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. A dramatized account of how the staff of the Canadian Embassy helped a group of American diplomats escape from Iran during the Iranian Revolution.
Who’s in it. Escape From Iran: The Canadian Caper stars Gordon Pinsent as Ambassador Ken Taylor, Chris Wiggins as John Sheardon, Diana Barrington as Zena Sheardown and Robert Joy as Mark Lijek, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Escape From Iran: The Canadian Caper page.
If you liked it. Fans of Escape From Iran: The Canadian Caper tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
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- Where can I watch Escape From Iran: The Canadian Caper (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Escape From Iran: The Canadian Caper change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Escape From Iran: The Canadian Caper?
- Escape From Iran: The Canadian Caper stars Gordon Pinsent, Chris Wiggins, Diana Barrington, Robert Joy and Tisa Chang.
- When was Escape From Iran: The Canadian Caper released?
- Escape From Iran: The Canadian Caper was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.