Digging The Great Escape
Originally released in 2011. Digging The Great Escape is a documentary/war film. directed by Paul Nelson. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Jack Lyon, Richard Osgood, and Paul McGann
Synopsis
The classic movie "The Great Escape" was based on a real life escape attempt during the second world war. This documentary follows Archaeologists who are trying to find the original tunnels dug by the real prisoners of war who escaped. Some of the surviving prisoners also join the team to assist with the tunnel locations and to describe what it was really like to live that situation. In an effort to understand the technical details of how this feet of ingenuity was achieved, the team recreate some of the equipment used by the prisoners.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 28, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Directors
Top Cast
Jack Lyon
as Himself
Richard Osgood
as Self - MoD Archaeologist
Paul McGann
as narrator
Frank Stone
as Self Stalag Luft III, 1943-45
Alan Bryett
as Self Stalag Luft III, 1943-45
Howard Tuck
as Self Historian
Philip Westwood
as Self - Chief Engineer
Tony Pollard
as Self - Chief Archaeologist
John Le Cornu
as Self - Royal Air Force
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Digging The Great Escape about?
The classic movie "The Great Escape" was based on a real life escape attempt during the second world war. This documentary follows Archaeologists who are trying to find the original tunnels dug by ...
Who directed Digging The Great Escape?
Digging The Great Escape was directed by Paul Nelson.
How long is Digging The Great Escape?
Digging The Great Escape has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was Digging The Great Escape released?
Digging The Great Escape was released on November 28, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Digging The Great Escape?
The main cast of Digging The Great Escape includes Jack Lyon, Richard Osgood, Paul McGann, Frank Stone, Alan Bryett.