The Great Escape
The Nazis, exasperated at the number of escapes from their prison camps by a relatively small number of Allied prisoners, relocate them to a high-security 'escape-proof' camp to sit out the remainder of the war. Undaunted, the prisoners plan one of the most ambitious escape attempts of World War II. Based on a true story.
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Homemade Moonshine
Building An Escape Tunnel
Hilts Get Sent To The Cooler
First Escape Attempt
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Frequently asked questions about The Great Escape
Where can I watch The Great Escape in the United States?
The Great Escape is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, Hoopla, and YouTube Free in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Plex. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Great Escape on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes. The Great Escape is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in the United States, alongside MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, Hoopla, and YouTube Free.
Can I watch The Great Escape for free?
The Great Escape streams free with ads in the United States on Hoopla, YouTube Free, and Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Great Escape?
The Great Escape scores 7.9 on The Movie Database, 8.2 on IMDb, 95% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 83 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The Great Escape?
The Great Escape stars Steve McQueen, James Garner, Richard Attenborough, James Donald, and Charles Bronson. John Sturges is the director.
How long is The Great Escape?
The Great Escape runs 2h 53m (173 minutes).
When did The Great Escape come out?
The Great Escape was released on July 3, 1963.
Which studio made The Great Escape?
The Great Escape was produced by The Mirisch Company and United Artists in the United States.
What was the budget for The Great Escape?
The Great Escape was made on a budget of $4,000,000.
How much did The Great Escape make at the box office?
The Great Escape grossed $11,700,000 worldwide, against a budget of $4,000,000.
What languages is The Great Escape in?
The Great Escape is in English, German, French, and Russian, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.