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P.O.W. The Escape

1986·Movie
1h 30min·R
IMDb5.0Rotten Tomatoes–35%

Where to watch

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P.O.W. The Escape fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Violent and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Violence8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Nostalgia6
  • Pathos5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy3
  • Dark Humor3
  • Wit & Wordplay2

World

War and history

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightParty VibeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

The most daring escape!

Col. Cooper leads a group of American P.O.W.s, battling their way to freedom as Saigon falls to the Viet Cong.
Vietnam WarPrisoner of WarAction ThrillerHistorical DramaSurvival StoryMilitary EscapePolitical IntrigueNostalgic War Film

Crew

Directed by:
Gideon Amir, Ronit Ravich-Boss, Adi Shoval
Written by:
James Bruner, Jeremy Lipp, Gideon Amir
Produced by:
Yoram Globus, Menahem Golan, Avi Kleinberger
Composed by:
Richard Villa, Richard King, Oscar Mitt

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about P.O.W. The Escape

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Where can I stream P.O.W. The Escape legally?

fuboTVMGM+PhiloThe RokuFandango at Home FreeFlixHouseFlixFlingIndieFlix

P.O.W. The Escape is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Philo, MGM+, and FlixFling in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fandango at Home Free, FlixHouse, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and FlixFling. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is P.O.W. The Escape worth watching?

43
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 44/100 (IMDb 5). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is P.O.W. The Escape rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is P.O.W. The Escape?

1 h 30 min

P.O.W. The Escape runs 1 h 30 min.

What language is P.O.W. The Escape in?

EnglishFrenchHungarian

It was made in English, with some French, Hungarian. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch P.O.W. The Escape?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for P.O.W. The Escape in 137 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.