Cast and Crew of Escape from Alcatraz

Cast of
Escape from Alcatraz

About Escape from Alcatraz

Nestled in the heart of San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz Island stands as a formidable symbol of maximum security incarceration. On January 18, 1960, Frank Lee Morris, portrayed by the legendary Clint Eastwood, finds himself transferred to this notorious prison, known for its unyielding grip on its inmates. The island's rocky shores and the chilling waters of the Bay have deterred many, but Morris, a man of unwavering determination, is not easily intimidated.

Accompanying Morris in this tale of resilience and cunning is John Anglin, a fellow inmate brought to life by the talented Fred Ward. Together, they form an unlikely alliance, bound by their shared desire for freedom. The prison, with its imposing walls and watchful guards, has never seen an escape. Yet, Morris and Anglin, undeterred by the odds stacked against them, begin to meticulously plan their daring escape.

Their plan, as audacious as it is meticulous, involves a series of carefully orchestrated moves. They study the prison's routines, exploit its weaknesses, and gather the necessary tools for their escape. The audience is drawn into their world, feeling the tension of each clandestine meeting, the thrill of each small victory, and the ever-present fear of discovery. As the plan takes shape, so does the anticipation, setting the stage for a gripping tale of escape from the seemingly inescapable Alcatraz.

Full Cast of Escape from Alcatraz

Carl Lumbly
plays Inmate

Carl Lumbly as Inmate

Carl Winston Lumbly (born August 14, 1951) is an American actor. He is best known for his roles as Dick Hallorann in ...

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Fred Ward
plays John Anglin

Fred Ward as John Anglin

Fred Ward (December 30, 1942 - May 5, 2022) was an American actor. He began his career in 1979 alongside Clint Eastwo...

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Patrick McGoohan
plays Warden

Patrick McGoohan as Warden

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Patrick Joseph McGoohan (March 19, 1928 – January 13, 2009) was an American-bo...

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Larry Hankin
plays Charley Butts

Larry Hankin as Charley Butts

Larry Michael Hankin is an American character actor, performer, director, comedian and producer. He is known for his ...

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Danny Glover
plays Inmate

Danny Glover as Inmate

Danny Lebern Glover (born July 22, 1946) is an American actor, film director, and political activist. He is best know...

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Clint Eastwood
plays Frank Morris

Clint Eastwood as Frank Morris

Clinton "Clint" Eastwood Jr. (born May 31, 1930) is an American film actor, director, producer, composer and former p...

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