Movie
The Great Escaper
20231h 36m6.7 / 10
Inspired by a true love story.
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.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Synopsis
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.
More about The Great Escaper
Cast
Michael CaineBernard Jordan
Glenda JacksonIrene Jordan
John StandingArthur
Will FletcherYoung Bernard
Laura MarcusYoung Irene
Victor OshinScott
Danielle VitalisAdele
Joe BoneTimCredits
- Directed by
- Oliver Parker
- Written by
- William Ivory
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English
Production
Ecosse FilmsUnited Kingdom
Filmgate FilmsSweden
Ingenious MediaUnited Kingdom
Film i VästSweden
PathéFrance
BBC FilmUnited Kingdom
Themes
d-daynormandy, franceretirement homeww2 veteran
