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Escape

6.319801h 36mNRMovieDramaTV Movie

The true story of Dwight Worker, an American who was caught smuggling drugs in Mexico, and sentenced to fortress-like Lecumberri Prison where he endured brutal conditions. With the help of his wife, Barbara, he escaped the prison by…

DirectorRobert Michael Lewis
ProducersHenry Jaffe·William Beaudine Jr.

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Cast · Directed by Robert Michael Lewis

TBTimothy Bottoms
Timothy Bottoms
Dwight Worker
KLKay Lenz
Kay Lenz
Barbara Chilcoate
CDColleen Dewhurst
Colleen Dewhurst
Lily Levinson
MS
Miguel Angel Suaree
Fernando Gardner-Pasquel
SA
Sandra Alexander
Gabrielle
AMAllan Miller
Allan Miller
Jack Branch
AFAntonio Fargas
Antonio Fargas
Jamie Valdez
VSVincent Schiavelli
Vincent Schiavelli
J.W. White
JJJorge Cervera Jr.
Jorge Cervera Jr.
Tierno
ESElliott Street
Elliott Street
Roger Brody
LGLouis Giambalvo
Louis Giambalvo
Hank
PL
Philip Levien
Steven

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Escape — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Escape?

Escape is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, The CW and Hoopla in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Escape on Netflix?

No, Escape is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and The CW.

Is Escape on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Escape is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Escape for free?

Escape is available to stream free (with ads) on The CW and Hoopla in United States.

Is Escape based on a true story?

Yes — Escape is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).