The McKenzie Break 1970
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- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 108 minutes
- Director
- Lamont Johnson
- Network
- Levy-Gardner-Laven
- Where to Stream
- fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo
What is The McKenzie Break?
Topic: Film "The McKenzie Break" (1970). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1970
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 108 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 28, 1970
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Ireland, United Kingdom
- Studios
- Levy-Gardner-Laven
- Genres
- Action, War, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.9/10 from 34 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~108 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Levy-Gardner-Laven
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Topic: Film "The McKenzie Break" (1970).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Title: The McKenzie Break (also known as Escape).
Year: 1970.
Genre: Action, War, Drama; British war drama.
Director: Lamont Johnson.
Cast: Brian Keith, Helmut Griem, Ian Hendry, Jack Watson.
Writer: William W. Norton.
Producers: Arthur Gardner, Jules V. Levy.
Format/Style: Filmed in DeLuxe Color.
Runtime: 1h 48m (TMDB), 1h 46m (Rotten Tomatoes).
Rating: PG.
Release Date (US): 10/28/1970.
Plot:
German U-Boat commander plans a daring escape from a PoW camp in Scotland.
In the closing days of World War II, German prisoners riot in a POW Camp in Scotland.
British Army sends an
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“A gripping exploration of action and war that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The McKenzie Break worth watching?
The McKenzie Break holds a community rating of 5.9/10 based on 34 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, War for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The McKenzie Break and when was it released?
The McKenzie Break is a feature film with a runtime of 108 minutes. It was released in 1970. Release status: Released.
Who directed The McKenzie Break?
The McKenzie Break was directed by Lamont Johnson.
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