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The Great Escaper
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The Great Escaper

2023-10-06 · 96 min · ★ 6.6

History · Drama · War

In the summer of 2014, a World War II veteran sneaks out of his care home to attend the 70th anniversary commemoration of the D-Day landings in Normandy.

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Directors
Oliver Parker
Production companies
Ecosse Films, Filmgate Films, Ingenious Media, Film i Väst, Pathé, BBC Film
Countries
France, Sweden, United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Michael CaineMichael CaineBernard Jordan
Glenda JacksonGlenda JacksonIrene Jordan
John StandingJohn StandingArthur
Will FletcherWill FletcherYoung Bernard
Laura MarcusLaura MarcusYoung Irene
Victor OshinVictor OshinScott
Danielle VitalisDanielle VitalisAdele
Joe BoneJoe BoneTim
Donald Sage MackayDonald Sage MackayNathan
Carlyss PeerCarlyss PeerVicky
Ian ConninghamIan ConninghamLCT Commander Parker
Wolf KahlerWolf KahlerHeinrich
Kiera BellKiera BellYoung Tour Guide
Elliot NormanDouglas Bennet
Alex SkarbekAlex SkarbekMaurice (Patron)
Valerie SarrufLittle Old French Lady
Graeme DallingGraeme DallingCyclist
Simon DarwenSimon DarwenMale TV Announcer
Imman ZaffraniSandy
Bhawna BhawsharReporter

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