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Another John Carpenter cult classic, ESCAPE FROM NEW YORK was one of the best entries in the once popular post-apocalyptic genre which included ROAD WARRIOR and THE TERMINATOR. In 1997, the island of Manhattan has been turned into the world's largest maximum security prison, a place where the worst of humanity is sent to rot. The U.S. Government finds itself in a major crisis when the president's plane crash lands in New York only days before a vital peace summit between major warring nations is to take place. The president survives the crash, but is taken hostage by the denizens of Manhattan and held for ransom. Only war hero turned felon Snake Plissken can save the day, and he is offered a simple deal for his work: save the president and live, fail to save him and die. The one-eyed bandit sets to work, cutting a path of destruction to the president that has to be seen to be believed. Kurt Russell creates the indelible character of Snake Plissken as no other actor could have. Wisecracking and cool under the very worst of pressures, Snake is the ultimate bad good guy. Often copied, but never duplicated, ESCAPE FROM NEW YORK is full of the wit, energy and action that marks a John Carpenter picture.Product Identifiers
UPC0027616899514
eBay Product ID (ePID)3450224
Product Key Features
ActorKurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef
EditionSpecial Edition
RatingR
Movie/TV TitleEscape from New York
DirectorFrank Armitage, John Carpenter, John T. Chance
FormatDVD
Release Year2003
GenreSci-Fi & Fantasy
Additional Product Features
Region CodeRegion 1
Number of Discs2
Country/Region of ManufactureUSA
Display FormatSpecial Edition
Signal StandardDvd
Leading RoleKurt Russell, Lee Van Cleef
Film CountryUSA
Release Date20031216
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- 21 Mar, 2023
Amazing upgrade from the regular version of one of the greatest films of the 80's
This special edition is awesome! There is a great documentary There is the original deleted bank robbery scene There is an option to watch the film with a fantastic, super informative commentary by John Carpenter and Kurt RussellVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 02 Jan, 2023
Smooth transaction and great movie edition
I almost dropped dead when I found out this movie wasn't in my collection anymore. Thankfully, this version is a better edition than I ever had, with all the bonus features. The special effects were crisper, and the overall tone was improved. Some of the darker scenes were hard to see in my old version.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 04 Aug, 2017
Snake Plissken’s Thrill Ride
I love Escape From New York. I saw it at the theater when it was released, and many times on cable. This DVD set is a must have for fans of the movie. Living in the St. Louis area, it’s cool to know that much of the movie was shot here. I wish I would have known back then, I would have tried to take a look. The movie looks great on DVD and the special features add so much to the story. John Carpenter and a Debra Hill did so much with the relatively small budget.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 05 Aug, 2024
For fans of Snake Pliskken
I got a good deal on this DVD and it had some extra stuff for true fans to enjoyVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 10 Jan, 2025
Great condition and I love that it is sp...
Great condition and I love that it is special edition for one of my favorite moviesVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 07 Aug, 2022
good entertainment
Awsume. How can you go wrong. Good campie movie.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 22 Mar, 2024
Perfect !
Truly great cinema . Worth multiple viewings , share with friends & family .Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 09 Nov, 2020
Escape to dreamscape mayhem
Glad to find this long lost movie @ a reasonable price. Quickly delivered tooVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 07 Oct, 2020
Great movie
I enjoyed this movie when it first came out and still enjoy watching itVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 07 Feb, 2018
The Near Future
Unbelievable movie. VERY EASILY could happen. WATCH IT OR ELSE!!!!!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
