Escape Route (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1952, Escape Route is a thriller and crime film directed by Peter Graham Scott, running about 78 minutes. “DYNAMITE STORY of the FBI's roughest, toughest manhunt!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When nuclear scientists are kidnapped and smuggled behind the Iron Curtain, an FBI man and a British agent are assigned to catch the kidnappers.
Who’s in it. Escape Route stars George Raft as Steve Rossi, Sally Gray as Joan Miller, Clifford Evans as Michael Grand and Reginald Tate as Colonel Wilkes, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Escape Route has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Escape Route page.
If you liked it. Fans of Escape Route tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Escape Route (1952)?
- In US, Escape Route is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Escape Route worth watching?
- Escape Route holds an audience score of 5.3 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 Route?
- Escape Route stars George Raft, Sally Gray, Clifford Evans, Reginald Tate and Patricia Laffan.
- When was Escape Route released?
- Escape Route was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.