

The Nazis, exasperated at the number of escapes from their prison camps by a relatively small number of Allied prisoners, relocate them to a high-security 'escape-proof' camp to sit out the remainder of the war. Undaunted, the prisoners plan one of the most ambitious escape attempts of World War II. Based on a true story.
Stunts
McQueen's fence-jumping motorcycle chase—he did most of it himself.
Direction
Sturges balances 76 speaking roles without losing clarity.
Score
Elmer Bernstein's march will live in your head rent-free.

Director
John Sturges
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
McQueen's famous motorcycle jump was actually performed by his friend Bud Ekins because insurance wouldn't cover the star.
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