The Escape (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1962, The Escape is a thriller film directed by Tsuneo Kobayashi, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Film about the 2-26 Incident.
Who’s in it. The Escape stars Ken Takakura, Shinjirô Ehara, Sonny Chiba and Hitomi Nakahara, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Escape sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Escape page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Escape tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Escape (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Escape change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Escape worth watching?
- The Escape holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Escape?
- The Escape stars Ken Takakura, Shinjirô Ehara, Sonny Chiba, Hitomi Nakahara and Naoko Kubo.
- When was The Escape released?
- The Escape was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.