Escape at Dannemora

2018·Show
7Episodes in1Season·TV-MA
82
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.9Metacritic787.8Rotten Tomatoes89%94%

Where to watch

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Escape at Dannemora fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Nerve-racking and thrilling

  • Tension9
  • Adrenaline7
  • Violence7

Heart

Melancholic

  • Melancholy7
  • Pathos6
  • Family Dynamics5

Humor

Some cringe comedy and dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Cringe Humor5
  • Dark Humor5
  • Wit & Wordplay3

World

Everyday modern life, crime, and the mind

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction, performances, and characters

  • Direction9
  • Acting9
  • Character Depth9

Style

Standout cinematography, editing, and sound design

  • Cinematography8
  • Editing8
  • Sound Centrality8

Who it's for

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About

The stranger-than-fiction account of a prison break in upstate New York in the summer of 2015, which spawned a massive manhunt for two convicted murderers who were aided in their escape by a married female prison employee with whom they both became sexually entangled.
True Crime MiniseriesGritty Prison DramaPsychological ThrillerSexual ManipulationBased on Real EventsIntense & BleakCharacter-DrivenTense Escape NarrativeMoral Ambiguity

Crew

Directed by:
Ben Stiller
Written by:
Jerry Stahl, Michael Tolkin, Brett Johnson
Produced by:
Lisa M. Rowe, Adam Brightman
Composed by:
Edward Shearmur

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Escape at Dannemora

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Escape at Dannemora legally?

fuboTVParamount+Spectrum On Demand

Escape at Dannemora is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Paramount+, and Spectrum On Demand in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Escape at Dannemora worth watching?

82
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 7.9, Rotten Tomatoes 89%, and Metacritic 78). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Escape at Dannemora rated?

TV-MAViolenceNuditySexual contentStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated TV-MA in the United States. Content advisories: violence, nudity, sexual content, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How many seasons does Escape at Dannemora have?

1 season

It has 1 season with 7 episodes.

Is Escape at Dannemora based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Escape at Dannemora?

Critics84
Audiences84

Yes. Critics average 84 and audiences 84 out of 100, so both groups see Escape at Dannemora much the same way.

When did Escape at Dannemora air?

It ran from 2018 to 2018 and has ended.

What language is Escape at Dannemora in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Escape at Dannemora?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Escape at Dannemora in 50 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Escape at Dannemora use?

Blatant LiesStupid CrooksBait the DogLeave the Camera RunningStrike Me Down with All of Your Hatred!In the BackNever My FaultCold-Blooded TortureEmbarrassing NicknameFaux Affably EvilLaser-Guided KarmaThe Onerand 19 more

TV Tropes lists 31 storytelling tropes for Escape at Dannemora, including Blatant Lies, Stupid Crooks, Bait the Dog.

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