The Last Escape
“Behind Enemy Lines...Nothing Could Stand In Their Way!”
Synopsis
During World War II, American officer Capt. Lee Mitchell (Stuart Whitman) and a British military unit boldly infiltrate German-occupied enemy territory and attempt to kidnap brilliant Nazi scientist Dr. Von Heinken (Pinkas Braun) and bring him back in one piece. While shuttling their prized captive to safety, the Allied forces courageously assist desperate refugees and tussle with overpowering German and Russian forces.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 6, 1970
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Walter Grauman
- Screenplay & Story
- John C. Champion, Herman Hoffman
- Original Title
- The Last Escape
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Oakmont Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Walter Grauman
John C. Champion, Herman Hoffman
Gernot Roll
Peter Elliott, Bud Molin
Department Leadership Roster
Walter Grauman
Director
Herman Hoffman
Writer
Gernot Roll
Director of Photography
Peter Elliott
Editor
Bud Molin
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Last Escape
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What is The Last Escape about?
During World War II, American officer Capt. Lee Mitchell (Stuart Whitman) and a British military unit boldly infiltrate German-occupied enemy territory and attempt to kidnap brilliant Nazi scientist Dr. Von Heinken (Pinkas Braun) and bring him back in one piece. While shuttling their prized captive to safety, the Allied forces courageously assist desperate refugees and tussle with overpowering German and Russian forces.
Who directed The Last Escape?
The Last Escape was directed by Walter Grauman.
Who stars in The Last Escape?
The principal cast of The Last Escape includes Stuart Whitman, John Collin, Martin Jarvis, Pinkas Braun, Günther Neutze.
When was The Last Escape released and how long is it?
The Last Escape was released in 1970 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Last Escape?
The Last Escape holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).