Escape from Alcatraz 1979
“No one has ever escaped from Alcatraz… and no one ever will!”
What is Escape from Alcatraz?
"Escape from Alcatraz" is a film set in San Francisco Bay. The story takes place in January 1960, when Frank Lee Morris is transferred to a maximum security prison located on a rocky island.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1979
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 113 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 22, 1979
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Paramount Pictures, Malpaso Productions
- Budget
- $8,000,000
- Revenue
- $43,004,381
- Genres
- Drama, Thriller
- Updated
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Overview
"Escape from Alcatraz" is a film set in San Francisco Bay. The story takes place in January 1960, when Frank Lee Morris is transferred to a maximum security prison located on a rocky island. This prison is notable for its high level of security, having never previously seen a successful escape. Despite the challenges, Frank and other inmates begin to prepare an escape plan.
Should you watch it?
“An inmate is transferred to the inescapable Alcatraz prison and begins planning an escape.”
- follows a careful prison break plan
- features a maximum security prison setting
- no one has ever managed to escape from the facility
Watch it if you enjoy suspenseful prison drama films.
The film deals with prison life and maximum security themes.
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Frequently asked questions
When does the film take place?
The film begins in January 1960.
Where is the prison located?
The prison is located on Alcatraz, a rocky island in San Francisco Bay.
Who is the main character?
The main character is Frank Lee Morris, a criminal transferred to the facility.
Has anyone ever escaped from the prison before?
According to the provided material, no one has ever managed to escape from there.
What genres are associated with the film?
The film is classified as drama and thriller.