Breakout (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1959, Breakout is a drama and crime film directed by Peter Graham Scott, running about 62 minutes.
What it’s about. A local government official leads a double life when organising a breakout from a prison.
Who’s in it. Breakout stars Lee Patterson as George Munro, Hazel Court as Rita Arkwright, Terence Alexander as Farrow and William Lucas as Chandler, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, Breakout has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
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 Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Breakout (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Breakout change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Breakout worth watching?
- Breakout holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Breakout?
- Breakout stars Lee Patterson, Hazel Court, Terence Alexander, William Lucas and John Paul.
- When was Breakout released?
- Breakout was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.