Escape

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

February 20, 1980

Status

Released

Original Title

Escape

Runtime

1h 36min

Budget

Revenue

Language

English, Spanish

Production Companies

Henry Jaffe Enterprises Inc.