Escape

1980 | 96 minutes | 3.0 ★ (1)

Escape
  • Overview

    The true story of Dwight Worker, an American who was caught smuggling drugs in Mexico, and sentenced to fortress-like Lecumberri Prison where he endured brutal conditions. With the help of his wife, Barbara, he escaped the prison by disguising himself as a woman. He was the first prisoner to escape Lecumberri since Pancho Villa.

  • Release Date

    20 February 1980

  • DirectingRon Wright
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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