Escape to Victory
“Now is the time for heroes.”
A group of POWs in a German prison camp during World War II play the German National Soccer Team in this powerful film depicting the role of prisoners during wartime.
Where to watch Escape to Victory in United States
Can I watch Escape to Victory in United States? Escape to Victory isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Where is Escape to Victory streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | Sky Go, Now TV Cinema | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, maxdome Store |
| France | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Movistar Plus+, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total | Apple TV Store |
| Brazil | Claro tv+ | Amazon Video |
| Japan | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
About Escape to Victory
Escape to Victory is a 1981 English-language drama and war film directed by John Huston. The cast is led by Sylvester Stallone, Michael Caine, Max von Sydow. It has a runtime of 1h 56m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 1000 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Escape to Victory was produced by Victory Company, New Gold Entertainment, and Lorimar Motion Pictures and made in Italy and United Kingdom. It was released on June 17, 1981, and carries a PG-13 certification. Made on a budget of about $10 million, it went on to gross $27 million worldwide.
- Director
- John Huston
- Writers
- Jeff Maguire, Yabo Yablonsky, Djordje Milicevic
- Release date
- June 17, 1981
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- Italy, United Kingdom
- Budget
- $10 million
- Box office
- $27 million
- Production
- Victory Company, New Gold Entertainment, Lorimar Motion Pictures
Escape to Victory cast & crew
Escape to Victory was directed by John Huston and written by Jeff Maguire, Yabo Yablonsky, and Djordje Milicevic.
The cast features Sylvester Stallone as Captain Robert Hatch, Michael Caine as Captain John Colby, Max von Sydow as Major Karl von Steiner, Pelé as Cpl. Luis Fernandez, Brazil, Daniel Massey as Colonel Waldron, and Tim Pigott-Smith as Rose.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Bill Conti, cinematography is by Gerry Fisher, and it was produced by Gordon McLendon and Freddie Fields.
Is Escape to Victory worth watching?
Escape to Victory holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 1,015 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 56m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama and war, Escape to Victory is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Escape to Victory
Escape to Victory isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Escape to Victory
Sylvester Stallone
Captain Robert Hatch
Michael Caine
Captain John Colby
Max von Sydow
Major Karl von Steiner
Pelé
Cpl. Luis Fernandez, Brazil
Daniel Massey
Colonel Waldron
Tim Pigott-Smith
Rose
Maurice Roëves
Pyrie
Julian Curry
Shurlock
Clive Merrison
The Forger
Bobby Moore
Terry Brady, England
Osvaldo Ardiles
Carlos Rey, Argentina
Paul Van Himst
Michel Fileu, Belgium
Escape to Victory — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Escape to Victory in United States?
Escape to Victory is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Escape to Victory in?
Escape to Victory is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, German, French. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Escape to Victory?
Escape to Victory runs 1 hours 56 minutes (116 minutes).
▸What is Escape to Victory rated?
Escape to Victory is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 1,015 ratings.
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