Where to watch Escape from Alcatraz in the US

Name: Escape from Alcatraz
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Released: 1979-06-22
Cast: Clint Eastwood, Patrick McGoohan, Roberts Blossom, Jack Thibeau, Fred Ward

Escape from Alcatraz (1979) is streaming in the US on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fandango At Home, MGM Plus, History Vault and YouTube Free, included with a subscription.

Checked November 7, 2026. Streaming included with a subscription only; we don't list rentals or purchases.

Type: Movie
Year: 1979
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Runtime: 1h 53m
Original language: English
Director: Don Siegel
Starring: Clint Eastwood, Patrick McGoohan, Roberts Blossom, Jack Thibeau and Fred Ward
IMDb: 7.5/10 (167,147 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes: 97%

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Is Escape from Alcatraz on Netflix?

No, Escape from Alcatraz isn't on Netflix in the US right now. You can watch it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fandango At Home, MGM Plus, History Vault and YouTube Free.

Is Escape from Alcatraz on Hulu?

No, Escape from Alcatraz isn't on Hulu in the US right now. You can watch it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount Plus Essential, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Kanopy, Hoopla, Fandango At Home, MGM Plus, History Vault and YouTube Free.

Is Escape from Alcatraz on Paramount+?

Yes, Escape from Alcatraz is streaming on Paramount+ in the US and is included with a subscription.

How long is Escape from Alcatraz?

Escape from Alcatraz is 113 minutes long (1 hour and 53 minutes).

Who is in the cast of Escape from Alcatraz?

The cast includes Clint Eastwood, Patrick McGoohan, Roberts Blossom, Jack Thibeau and Fred Ward.

Where to watch Escape from Alcatraz in the US

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