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The Welsh Great Escape

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In 1945 70 German POWs escaped from the high security camp in Bridgend in Wales and were tracked by a motley collection of armed soldiers, Home Guard, dogs, local children and Girl Guides. One of the largest manhunts of the whole war was dramatic, serious and comic in turn - but not tragic.

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Cast · Directed by Michael Davies

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The Welsh Great Escape isn't on any subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video. It's not on Netflix.

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No, The Welsh Great Escape is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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The Welsh Great Escape isn't available free in United States; you can only rent or buy it on Amazon Video.