Escape (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1948, Escape is a thriller film directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz, running about 78 minutes.
What it’s about. A convict sentenced to three years for killing a detective escapes from a prison and goes on the run aided by a local girl.
Who’s in it. Escape stars Rex Harrison as Matt Denant, Peggy Cummins as Dora Winton, William Hartnell as Inspector Harris and Norman Wooland as Minister, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Escape has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
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 (1948)?
- 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 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Escape?
- Escape stars Rex Harrison, Peggy Cummins, William Hartnell, Norman Wooland and Jill Esmond.
- When was Escape released?
- Escape was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.