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The Great Escaper at a glance
The Great Escaper is a 2023 history and drama film, running 1h 36m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: 12A in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on BBC iPlayer, Apple TV Store and Rakuten TV.
Rated 12A in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 2023-10-06
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Genres
- History, Drama, War
- Director
- Oliver Parker
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.6 / 10 · 184 votes
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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmIn the summer of 2014, a World War II veteran sneaks out of his care home to attend the 70th anniversary commemoration of the D-Day landings in Normandy.
Cast
14 names
Michael CaineBernard Jordan
Glenda JacksonIrene Jordan
John StandingArthur
Will FletcherYoung Bernard
Laura MarcusYoung Irene
Victor OshinScott
Danielle VitalisAdele
Joe BoneTim
Donald Sage MackayNathan
Carlyss PeerVicky
Ian ConninghamLCT Commander Parker
Wolf KahlerHeinrich
Kiera BellYoung Tour GuideElliot NormanDouglas Bennet
Questions about The Great Escaper
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Great Escaper in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Great Escaper is listed on BBC iPlayer, Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, BFI Player, YouTube, Apple TV Store. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Great Escaper suitable for children?
The Great Escaper is rated 12A in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
Is The Great Escaper on PelisPlus UK?
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What is The Great Escaper about?
In the summer of 2014, a World War II veteran sneaks out of his care home to attend the 70th anniversary commemoration of the D-Day landings in Normandy.
How long is The Great Escaper?
The Great Escaper runs for 1h 36m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Great Escaper trailer?
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