Escape from L.A. 1996
"Snake is back."
In the dystopian chaos of *Escape from L.A.* (1996), director John Carpenter reunites with Kurt Russell as iconic antihero Snake Plissken, a mercenary thrust into a nightmare version of Los Angeles.
Director: John Carpenter
Cast
Kurt Russell
Snake Plissken
Stacy Keach
Malloy
Steve Buscemi
Eddie
A. J. Langer
Utopia
Bruce Campbell
Surgeon General of Beverly Hills
Pam Grier
Hershe Las Palamas
Peter Fonda
Pipeline
Georges Corraface
Cuervo Jones
Robert Carradine
Skinhead
Michelle Forbes
Brazen
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Escape from L.A. (1996) about?
Snake Plissken is sent into a ruined Los Angeles of 2013 to retrieve a stolen doomsday device before a radical regime collapses. The city, isolated by catastrophe, has become a lawless battleground where Plissken must outmaneuver both enemies and time itself.
Who directed Escape from L.A.?
John Carpenter, the horror and sci-fi maestro behind *Halloween* and *The Thing*, helmed *Escape from L.A.* with his signature blend of tension and dark satire.
Who stars in Escape from L.A.?
The film stars Kurt Russell as Snake Plissken, joined by Pam Grier, Steve Buscemi, Bruce Campbell, and A. J. Langer in key roles.
Is Escape from L.A. (1996) worth watching?
For fans of cult action-sci-fi, *Escape from L.A.* delivers Carpenter's signature style with over-the-top stunts, sharp social commentary, and Russell's charismatic lead. While not as iconic as its predecessor, it's a visually bold and entertaining ride for genre enthusiasts.
How long is Escape from L.A.?
The film runs for 101 minutes of non-stop dystopian excitement.
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Escape from L.A. (1996): A Dystopian Thriller with Kurt Russell — Full Movie Info
In the dystopian chaos of *Escape from L.A.* (1996), director John Carpenter reunites with Kurt Russell as iconic antihero Snake Plissken, a mercenary thrust into a nightmare version of Los Angeles. Set in a fractured 2013 ravaged by earthquakes and societal collapse, the city has become an island prison where outcasts and criminals fester. Plissken's mission? Infiltrate the ruined metropolis to recover a stolen doomsday device before it's too late. With Stacy Keach as the ruthless President and a supporting cast including Steve Buscemi and Pam Grier, Carpenter crafts a high-octane blend of sci-fi, action, and dark satire.
As Plissken navigates the debris of fallen monuments and warring factions, the film delivers relentless thrills, cynical humor, and a visually striking apocalyptic aesthetic. Themes of survival, revolution, and betrayal collide in this explosive sequel to *Escape from New York*, offering a cult classic that balances absurdity with gritty intensity.
