Back to discovery

The Great Escaper poster

History / Drama / War

The Great Escaper.

Inspired by a true love story.

6.6/ 1020231h 36mEN

In the summer of 2014, a World War II veteran sneaks out of his care home to attend the 70th anniversary commemoration of the D-Day landings in Normandy.

Watch now Watch trailer

Directed by Oliver Parker

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE STORY

Cast.

Michael Caine

Michael Caine

Bernard Jordan

Glenda Jackson

Glenda Jackson

Irene Jordan

John Standing

John Standing

Arthur

Will Fletcher

Will Fletcher

Young Bernard

Laura Marcus

Laura Marcus

Young Irene

Victor Oshin

Victor Oshin

Scott

Danielle Vitalis

Danielle Vitalis

Adele

Joe Bone

Joe Bone

Tim

THE RIGHT PLACE TO PRESS PLAY

Where to watch.

Stream with a subscription

PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel

WETA+

Rent

Amazon Video

Google Play Movies

YouTube

Fandango At Home

Buy

Amazon Video

Google Play Movies

YouTube

Fandango At Home

Open official viewing links

Availability data by JustWatch, via TMDB. Subscription or payment may be required. Changing this list’s region does not change playback authorization.

KEEP THE CURIOSITY GOING

More stories to explore.