Breakout (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film
Released in 1984, Breakout is an adventure and family film directed by Frank Godwin, running about 61 minutes.
What it’s about. Two boys are kidnapped by three escaping convicts and the relationship which develops between captor and captured brings out the good side of the most dangerous criminal's character.
Who’s in it. Breakout stars David Jackson as Donny the Bull, Ian Bartholomew as Keith, Simon Nash as David and John Hasler as Stephen, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Breakout page.
If you liked it. Fans of Breakout tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Breakout (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Breakout change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Breakout?
- Breakout stars David Jackson, Ian Bartholomew, Simon Nash, John Hasler and Ian Rattray.
- When was Breakout released?
- Breakout was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.