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The Escape (2001): Cast

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The Escape is a 2001 film directed by Eduardo Mignogna, starring Ricardo Darín as Domingo Santaló, 'El Pibe', Miguel Ángel Solá and Patricio Contreras. It runs 1 hour 57 minutes.

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The Escape (2001) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 57m (117 min)
Director
Eduardo Mignogna
Original language
Spanish
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Escape About?

The premise of The Escape without spoilers.

Freedom proves an irresistible instinct. In summer 1928, several inmates from Buenos Aires’ Penitentiary escape, and follows each runaway’s search for destiny. Tough men bound by personal codes risk all; some die, others vanish. Their tales blend love and horror, sealed by a prison‑love pact that haunts Buenos Aires, a sign of freedom.

The Escape Themes & Keywords

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  • title same as book
  • two word title
  • adaptation directed by original author
  • prison
  • escape
  • argentina
  • based on book
  • based on novel
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Cast & crew

The Escape Cast & Characters

Ricardo Darín leads the cast as Domingo Santaló, 'El Pibe', with Miguel Ángel Solá as Laureano Irala and Patricio Contreras as Eusebio Duval. Directed by Eduardo Mignogna; 22 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Eduardo Mignogna

More films directed by Eduardo Mignogna: Cleopatra, The Lighthouse, Autumn Sun and Flop.

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Details

The Escape Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “A Fuga” and “Szökött becsület”.

Also known as
  • A Fuga
  • Szökött becsület
  • Побег

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The Escape FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of The Escape, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Escape?

The Escape runs 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).

When was The Escape released?

The Escape was released on May 24, 2001.

Who directed The Escape?

The Escape was directed by Eduardo Mignogna.

More films by Eduardo Mignogna

Who is in the cast of The Escape?

The Escape stars Ricardo Darín as Domingo Santaló, 'El Pibe', Miguel Ángel Solá as Laureano Irala and Patricio Contreras as Eusebio Duval, among 22 credited actors.

Does The Escape have a post-credit scene?

No. The Escape has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is The Escape in?

The original language of The Escape is Spanish.

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