Kurt Russell stars in this sci-fi action co-written and directed by John Carpenter. In 1997, Manhattan has been turned into a maximum security prison following a massive rise in crime. While on his way to a summit to prevent a global nuclear war, the President of the United States (Donald Pleasence) crash-lands on the island after his plane is hijacked by terrorists. When it is discovered that he has been kidnapped by the Duke (Isaac Hayes), the top crime boss in Manhattan, former Special Forces soldier Snake Plissken (Russell) is sent in to rescue the president and save his own life in the process. The cast also includes Lee Van Cleef, Ernest Borgnine and Harry Dean Stanton.
The Collector’s Edition features a double sided cover, with the front including art by Matt Ferguson and is printed with silver foil, and the reversible, alternate side includes the original key-art fully remastered by Matt Ferguson.
And yes, it plays. This release includes the full film in widescreen, and runs at approximately 99 minutes in PAL format.
Designed By Matt Ferguson & Florey
- Duration:
- 99 minutes
- Extras:
- Language(s): English, Interactive Menu, Reversible cover that features original VHS art; Cover art by Matt Ferguson.