Maze
Synopsis
Inspired by the true events of the infamous 1983 prison breakout of 38 IRA prisoners from HMP Maze, which was to become the biggest prison escape in Europe since World War II.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Maze (Official US Trailer)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-03-12
Top Cast
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Tom Vaughan-Lawlor
Larry Marley
Barry Ward
Gordon Close
Martin McCann
Oscar
Niamh McGrady
Jill
Eileen Walsh
Kate Marley
Aaron Monaghan
Joe
Ross McKinney
Danny Marley
Elva Trill
Young Widow
Tim Creed
Brendan 'Bik' MacFarlane
Cillian O'Sullivan
Bobby
Patrick Buchanan
Gerry
Andy Kellegher
Warder Williams
David Coakley
George
Will Irvine
Maguire
Lalor Roddy
Henry
Stefan Dunbar
Ken
Release History & Theatrical Window
Oldenburg Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
March 22, 2019
Wide Cinema Exhibition
May 27, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Stephen Burke
- Screenplay & Story
- Stephen Burke
- Original Score
- Stephen Rennicks
- Original Title
- Maze
- Country of Origin
- Ireland, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Filmgate Films, Mammoth Films, Cyprus Avenue Films, Lionsgate, Fís Éireann/Screen Ireland, RTÉ, Windmill Lane Pictures, Film i Väst
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Stephen Burke
Stephen Burke
Stephen Rennicks
David Grennan
John O'Connor
Jane Doolan, Brendan Byrne
Department Leadership Roster
Stephen Burke
Director
Owen Power
Production Design
Stephen Burke
Writer
Aisling Wallace Byrne
Costume Design
Jane Doolan
Producer
John O'Connor
Editor
Brendan Byrne
Producer
David Grennan
Director of Photography
Stephen Rennicks
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maze
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Maze about?
Inspired by the true events of the infamous 1983 prison breakout of 38 IRA prisoners from HMP Maze, which was to become the biggest prison escape in Europe since World War II.
Who directed Maze?
Maze was directed by Stephen Burke.
Who stars in Maze?
The principal cast of Maze includes Tom Vaughan-Lawlor, Barry Ward, Martin McCann, Niamh McGrady, Eileen Walsh.
When was Maze released and how long is it?
Maze was released in 2017 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for Maze?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Maze was composed by Stephen Rennicks.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Maze?
Maze holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.).