Escape (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1940, Escape is a thriller and drama film directed by Mervyn LeRoy, running about 98 minutes. “Thrilling Book : Magnificent Picture” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An American goes to Germany to find his mother and discovers her in a concentration camp. With the help of an American-born widowed countess he seeks to engineer her escape.
Who’s in it. Escape stars Norma Shearer as Countess Ruby von Treck, Robert Taylor as Mark Preysing, Conrad Veidt as General Kurt von Kolb and Alla Nazimova as Emmy Ritter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, Escape has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. 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, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Escape (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Escape change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Escape worth watching?
- Escape holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Escape?
- Escape stars Norma Shearer, Robert Taylor, Conrad Veidt, Alla Nazimova and Felix Bressart.
- When was Escape released?
- Escape was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.