---
title: "I Escaped from Devil's Island"
year: 1973
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/i-escaped-from-devil-s-island-1973"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 84363
imdb_id: "tt0070205"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 87
community_rating: 5.1
vote_count: 25
content_rating: "R"
---

# I Escaped from Devil's Island (1973) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/i-escaped-from-devil-s-island-1973

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Topic: Film "I Escaped from Devil's Island" (1973).
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Title: I Escaped from Devil's Island
Year: 1973
Release Date (US): 09/01/1973
Genres: Action, Adventure, Crime, exploitation film, grim adventure saga.
Runtime: 1h 27m
Rating: R
Plot: In 1916, a group of prisoners plot their escape from the notorious fortress located in French Guiana.
Producers: Roger Corman and Gene Corman.
Director: William Witney (implied by AllMovie source title, though source 5 just lists him in the title field).
Cast: Jim Brown, Christopher George, Richard Ely.
Context: Made to cash in on the release of Papillon.
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        I Escaped from Devil's Island is a 1973 film

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, ScreenPix Apple TV channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, ScreenPix Amazon Channel | The Roku Channel, Tubi TV | Fandango At Home |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Plex, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: William Witney
- **Networks / Studios**: The Corman Company, Estudios Churubusco Azteca, United Artists

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jim Brown** as *Le Bras*
- **Christopher George** as *Davert*
- **Richard Ely** as *Jo-Jo*
- **James Luisi** as *Dazzas*
- **Paul Richards** as *Maj. Marteau*
- **Richard Rust** as *Sgt. Zamorra*
- **Jan Merlin** as *Rosenquist*
- **Robert Phillips** as *Blassier*
- **Stephen Whittaker** as *Leper Count*
- **Bob Harris** as *The Barber*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch I Escaped from Devil's Island online?
I Escaped from Devil's Island is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, ScreenPix Apple TV channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, ScreenPix Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is I Escaped from Devil's Island worth watching?
I Escaped from Devil's Island holds a community rating of 5.1/10 based on 25 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Adventure for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie I Escaped from Devil's Island and when was it released?
I Escaped from Devil's Island is a feature film with a runtime of 87 minutes. It was released in 1973. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed I Escaped from Devil's Island?
I Escaped from Devil's Island was directed by William Witney.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [I Escaped from Devil's Island — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/84363)
- [I Escaped from Devil's Island (1973) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0070205/fullcredits/)
- [I Escaped from Devil's Island (1973) - Cast & Crew — The ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/84363-i-escaped-from-devil-s-island/cast)
- [I Escaped from Devil's Island - Wikiwand](https://www.wikiwand.com/en/I_Escaped_from_Devil%27s_Island)
- [I Escaped from Devil's Island (1973) - William Witney | Synopsis, Movie Info, Moods, Themes and Related](https://www.allmovie.com/)
- [I Escaped from Devil's Island Cast & Crew - Moviefone](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/i-escaped-from-devils-island/1062611/credits/)

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