A Narrow Escape (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 2.3
Released in 1994, A Narrow Escape is a drama film directed by Godfrey Ho, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. During the shut down and destruction of the Japanese test camp Squadron 731 in Manchuria, a soldier becomes infected with a virus developed during the camp's testing and risks spreading it into Japan on the train ride home.
Who’s in it. A Narrow Escape stars Jimmy Au Shui-Wai as Kasai Yamada, Robert Mak Tak-Law as Ilo Shinshima, Debbie Cheung Jing as Saeko Matsushita and Kang Chu as Japanese Officer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.3/10, A Narrow Escape has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Narrow Escape page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Narrow Escape tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Narrow Escape (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Narrow Escape change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Narrow Escape worth watching?
- A Narrow Escape holds an audience score of 2.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Narrow Escape?
- A Narrow Escape stars Jimmy Au Shui-Wai, Robert Mak Tak-Law, Debbie Cheung Jing, Kang Chu and Han Yueqiao.
- When was A Narrow Escape released?
- A Narrow Escape was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.