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In a world ravaged by crime, the entire island of Manhattan has been converted into a walled prison where brutal prisoners roam free. After the US president crash-lands inside, war hero Snake Plissken has 24 hours to bring him back.

"1997. New York City is a walled, maximum security prison. Breaking out is impossible. Breaking in is insane."

Credits

Kurt RussellSnake Plissken

Lee Van CleefPolice Commissioner Bob Hauk

Ernest BorgnineCabbie

Donald PleasencePresident of the United States

Isaac HayesThe Duke of New York