Escape from Pretoria 2020
“Survival is key”
What is Escape from Pretoria?
Escape from Pretoria is a film first released in 2020. Catalogued under Drama, History, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2020
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 102 minutes
- Release date
- Mar 6, 2020
- Studios
- MEP Capital, Momentum Pictures, Hamilton Entertainment
- Genres
- Drama, History, Thriller
- Updated
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Overview
Escape from Pretoria is a film first released in 2020. Catalogued under Drama, History, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by MEP Capital, Momentum Pictures, Hamilton Entertainment. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“Two activists plot a daring prison break under apartheid South Africa.”
- Tense historical drama
- Based on true events
- Brief runtime may leave some wanting more
Watch it if you enjoy tense, real-life escape stories set against political oppression.
The film’s political backdrop and suspenseful prison‑break sequences make it suitable for mature teens and adults.
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Frequently asked questions
When is the film set?
It is set in South Africa in 1978.
What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as drama, history, and thriller.
What is the film’s rating?
It carries a PG-13 rating.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes.
Who are the main characters?
The story follows Tim Jenkin and Stephen Lee, two white political activists.