Escape by Night (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1953, Escape by Night is a thriller and crime film directed by John Gilling, running about 79 minutes.
What it’s about. An Italian racketeer on the run in London holes up in a disused theatre with a hard-drinking journalist out to get the full story.
Who’s in it. Escape by Night stars Bonar Colleano as Tom Buchan, Sid James as Gino Rossini, Andrew Ray as Joey Weston and Simone Silva as Rosetta Mantania, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Escape by Night 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 by Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of Escape by Night tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Escape by Night (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Escape by Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Escape by Night worth watching?
- Escape by Night holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Escape by Night?
- Escape by Night stars Bonar Colleano, Sid James, Andrew Ray, Simone Silva and Patrick Barr.