Escape to Victory (1981) movie poster

Escape to Victory (1981)

"Now is the time for heroes."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 81%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 64% (RT: 70%, MC: 57) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaWar

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Runtime
1h 56m
Country
Italy, United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.9/10 (982 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
70%
Metacritic
57
Cast
Sylvester Stallone as Captain Robert Hatch
Michael Caine as Captain John Colby
Max von Sydow as Major Karl von Steiner
PelΓ© as Cpl. Luis Fernandez, Brazil
Carole Laure as RenΓ©e
Bobby Moore as Terry Brady, England
Osvaldo Ardiles as Carlos Rey, Argentina
Paul Van Himst as Michel Fileu, Belgium
Most people think so. 81% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 982 votes. Critics gave it 64%.
Overview
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. Wikipedia β†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of Escape to Victory, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
Audience Consensus

Escape to Victory is a 1981 drama, war film directed by John Huston. 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. The film has been rated by 982 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a drama film, Escape to Victory delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Escape to Victory (1981) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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