Escape from New York
“1997. New York City is a walled, maximum security prison. Breaking out is impossible. Breaking in is insane.”
Where to watch Escape from New York in United States
Escape from New York is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Criterion Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel and Howdy Amazon Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Availability checked 17 September 2026.
About Escape from New York
Escape from New York is a 1981 movie in the Action, Thriller and Science Fiction genres, directed by John Carpenter, starring Kurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef and Ernest Borgnine. It has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 3,643 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Escape from New York in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.
Escape from New York trailer
Overview
In a world ravaged by crime, the entire island of Manhattan has been converted into a walled prison where brutal prisoners roam free. After the US president crash-lands inside, war hero Snake Plissken has 24 hours to bring him back.
Top cast
Kurt Russell
Snake Plissken
Lee Van Cleef
Police Commissioner Bob Hauk
Ernest Borgnine
Cabbie
Donald Pleasence
President of the United States
Isaac Hayes
The Duke of New York
Season Hubley
Girl in Chock Full O'Nuts
Harry Dean Stanton
Harold 'Brain' Helman
Adrienne Barbeau
Maggie
Tom Atkins
Rehme
Charles Cyphers
Secretary of State
Frank Doubleday
Romero
John Strobel
Cronenberg
George Buck Flower
Drunk
John Cothran
Gypsy #1
Nancy Stephens
Stewardess
Steven Ford
Secret Service #2
John Carpenter
Secret Service #2 / Helicopter Pilot / Violin Player
Jamie Lee Curtis
Narrator / Prison Recording Voice (uncredited)
Nick Castle
Pianist
Debra Hill
Computer (voice)
Themes & keywords
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Escape from New York in United States?+
In United States, you can stream Escape from New York on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Criterion Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel and Howdy Amazon Channel. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.
Is Escape from New York on Netflix?+
Escape from New York is not on Netflix in United States right now, but you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Criterion Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, MovieSphere+ Amazon Channel and Howdy Amazon Channel.
How long is Escape from New York?+
Escape from New York has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
Who stars in Escape from New York?+
Escape from New York stars Kurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef, Ernest Borgnine, Donald Pleasence and Isaac Hayes.
When did Escape from New York come out?+
Escape from New York is a 1981 movie directed by John Carpenter.
What genre is Escape from New York?+
Escape from New York is Action, Thriller and Science Fiction film.
Who directed Escape from New York?+
Escape from New York was directed by John Carpenter.
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