Escape: Human Cargo (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 1998, Escape: Human Cargo is an action, drama and tv movie film directed by Simon Wincer, running about 107 minutes. “Seperated from his country and family, John McDonald has one purpose... Getting Home.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An American entrepreneur is closing a deal in Saudi Arabia in 1977. After a fallout with his influential Saudi partners, they have him arrested. Due to the US policy of noninterference in SA, the embassy won't help him. He must escape.
Who’s in it. Escape: Human Cargo stars Treat Williams as John McDonald, Stephen Lang as Dennis McNatt, Sasson Gabai as Suliman Nasir Rasi and Ze'ev Revach as Sheik Abdulla Fazza, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Escape: Human Cargo has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Escape: Human Cargo page.
If you liked it. Fans of Escape: Human Cargo 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 Escape: Human Cargo (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Escape: Human Cargo change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Escape: Human Cargo worth watching?
- Escape: Human Cargo holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Escape: Human Cargo?
- Escape: Human Cargo stars Treat Williams, Stephen Lang, Sasson Gabai, Ze'ev Revach and Lawrence Dane.
- When was Escape: Human Cargo released?
- Escape: Human Cargo was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.