Breakout
Synopsis
Two boys are kidnapped by three escaping convicts and the relationship which develops between captor and captured brings out the good side of the most dangerous criminal's character.
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BREAKOUT
Type: Clip • Published 2010-06-11
Top Cast
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David Jackson
Donny the Bull
Ian Bartholomew
Keith
John Bowler
Phil
Simon Nash
David
John Hasler
Stephen
Ian Rattray
Police Inspector
Brian Binns
Policeman
Stephen Jacobs
Policeman
Philip Barnes
Policeman
John Lester
Policeman
Barry Norman
Policeman
Ridgewell Hawkes
Policeman
Elizabeth Ryder
WPC
John Benfield
Minder
Irene Sutcliffe
Picknicker
John Line
Picknicker
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Godwin
- Screenplay & Story
- Ranald Graham, Bill Gillham
- Original Score
- Harry Robertson
- Original Title
- Breakout
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Production Studios
- Eyeline Film and Video Ltd., Children's Film and Television Foundation (CFTVF)
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Godwin
Ranald Graham, Bill Gillham
Harry Robertson
Ray Orton
Gordon Grimward
Frank Godwin
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Godwin
Director
Gordon Grimward
Editor
Alan Stuart
Stunt Coordinator
Ranald Graham
Writer
Ray Orton
Director of Photography
Frank Godwin
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Breakout
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What is Breakout about?
Two boys are kidnapped by three escaping convicts and the relationship which develops between captor and captured brings out the good side of the most dangerous criminal's character.
Who directed Breakout?
Breakout was directed by Frank Godwin.
Who stars in Breakout?
The principal cast of Breakout includes David Jackson, Ian Bartholomew, John Bowler, Simon Nash, John Hasler.
When was Breakout released and how long is it?
Breakout was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.
Who composed the musical score for Breakout?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Breakout was composed by Harry Robertson.
Is Breakout based on a book or true story?
Breakout is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Bill Gillham".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Breakout?
Breakout holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).