Jail Breakers (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1976, Jail Breakers is an action and crime film directed by Kōsaku Yamashita, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. Kamiki (Sonny Chiba) is a career criminal who is given the chance to break out of prison for the 33rd time. Afterwards Kaimiki teams up with a bunch of thugs who design prison escapes for money.
Who’s in it. Jail Breakers stars Sonny Chiba as Wataru Kangi, Haruko Wanibuchi as Yoko Kuze, Eitarō Ozawa as Kozen Tadoko and Goro Tarumi as Professor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Jail Breakers has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Jail Breakers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Jail Breakers tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Jail Breakers (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Jail Breakers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Jail Breakers worth watching?
- Jail Breakers holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Jail Breakers?
- Jail Breakers stars Sonny Chiba, Haruko Wanibuchi, Eitarō Ozawa, Goro Tarumi and Willie Dorsey.
- When was Jail Breakers released?
- Jail Breakers was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.