Movie

The Escape Artist

“The remarkable story of an unusual boy who takes on the world...and wins.”

★ 6.2(20)19821h 34m

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Good to know

Director: Caleb Deschanel
Release date: 1982-05-28
Runtime: 1h 34m
Language: English
Box office: $143,369
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: American Zoetrope

The Escape Artist — trailer

About The Escape Artist

The Escape Artist is a 1982 movie in the Comedy, Crime and Drama genres, directed by Caleb Deschanel, starring Raúl Juliá, Griffin O'Neal and Desi Arnaz. It has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 20 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Escape Artist in United Kingdom — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

The young and self-confident Danny bluffs at the local police-station that he will escape from prison within an hour. What follows is a flashback showing his childhood with his uncle and aunt, who are 'vaudeville'-artists themselves.

Cast

Raúl Juliá

Stu Quiñones

Griffin O'Neal

Danny Masters

Desi Arnaz

Mayor Leon Quiñones

Teri Garr

Arlene

Joan Hackett

Aunt Sibyl

Gabriel Dell

Uncle Burke

John P. Ryan

Vernon

E. G. Daily

Sandra

M. Emmet Walsh

Fritz

Jackie Coogan

Magic Shop Owner

Hal Williams

Cop at Mayor's Office

Helen Page Camp

Neighbor

Themes & keywords

based on novel or bookmagicescape artistmagician

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Escape Artist in United Kingdom?+

The Escape Artist is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United Kingdom. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Escape Artist on Netflix?+

The Escape Artist is not on Netflix in United Kingdom right now.

How long is The Escape Artist?+

The Escape Artist has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

Who stars in The Escape Artist?+

The Escape Artist stars Raúl Juliá, Griffin O'Neal, Desi Arnaz, Teri Garr and Joan Hackett.

When did The Escape Artist come out?+

The Escape Artist is a 1982 movie directed by Caleb Deschanel.

What genre is The Escape Artist?+

The Escape Artist is Comedy, Crime and Drama film.

Who directed The Escape Artist?+

The Escape Artist was directed by Caleb Deschanel.