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Escape from Alcatraz

7.519791h 53mPGMovieDramaThriller

San Francisco Bay, January 18, 1960. Frank Lee Morris is transferred to Alcatraz, a maximum security prison located on a rocky island. Although no one has ever managed to escape from there, Frank and other inmates begin to carefully prepare an escape plan.

DirectorDon Siegel
WriterRichard Tuggle
ProducersDon Siegel·Robert Daley

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Cast · Directed by Don Siegel

Clint Eastwood
Clint Eastwood
Frank Morris
Patrick McGoohan
Patrick McGoohan
Warden
Roberts Blossom
Roberts Blossom
Doc
Jack Thibeau
Jack Thibeau
Clarence Anglin
Fred Ward
Fred Ward
John Anglin
Paul Benjamin
Paul Benjamin
English
Larry Hankin
Larry Hankin
Charley Butts
Bruce M. Fischer
Bruce M. Fischer
Wolf
Frank Ronzio
Frank Ronzio
Litmus
Fred Stuthman
Fred Stuthman
Johnson
David Cryer
David Cryer
Wagner
Hank Brandt
Hank Brandt
Associate Warden

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Escape from Alcatraz — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Escape from Alcatraz?

Escape from Alcatraz is streaming on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium and Paramount Plus Essential in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Escape from Alcatraz on Netflix?

No, Escape from Alcatraz is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. It's currently on fuboTV and Paramount Plus Premium.

Is Escape from Alcatraz on Amazon Prime Video?

Escape from Alcatraz isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Escape from Alcatraz for free?

Escape from Alcatraz is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and YouTube Free in United States.

Is Escape from Alcatraz based on a true story?

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