# Where to watch Escape from New York (1981) in the UK

> Escape from New York (1981) is currently available to stream in the UK on Sky Go, Now TV Cinema, and Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, YouTube, and JustWatch TV or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 12 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1981  
**Runtime:** 99 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.0/10  
**Genres:** Action, Thriller, Science Fiction  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 12 May 2026 (2026-05-12T10:13:04.533Z)  

## Synopsis

In a world ravaged by crime, the entire island of Manhattan has been converted into a walled prison where brutal prisoners roam free. After the US president crash-lands inside, war hero Snake Plissken has 24 hours to bring him back.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Sky Go](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Escape%20from%20New%20York)
- [Now TV Cinema](https://www.nowtv.com/search?q=Escape%20from%20New%20York)
- [Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Escape%20from%20New%20York&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Escape%20from%20New%20York)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Escape%20from%20New%20York&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Escape%20from%20New%20York&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Escape%20from%20New%20York)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Escape%20from%20New%20York+film)
- [JustWatch TV](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1103-escape-from-new-york/watch?locale=GB)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Escape%20from%20New%20York)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Escape%20from%20New%20York&i=instant-video)
- [Google Play Movies](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=Escape%20from%20New%20York&c=movies)
- [Sky Store](https://www.sky.com/search?q=Escape%20from%20New%20York)
- [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Escape%20from%20New%20York+film)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Escape from New York in the UK?**

Escape from New York (1981) is currently included in subscriptions to Sky Go, Now TV Cinema, and Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent Escape from New York?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, YouTube, and JustWatch TV so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Escape from New York?**

Yes. Escape from New York can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Escape from New York on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Escape from New York is currently included with: Sky Go, Now TV Cinema, and Studiocanal Presents Amazon Channel.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1103/escape-from-new-york-1981
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/vH9llaphjAssRGi0k7e75tD40Ce.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/1103/escape-from-new-york-1981.json

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