description Escape to Victory Overview
Escape to Victory depicts Allied prisoners of war held in a German camp organizing a football game as a means of escape. The match involves an exhibition contest against a German national team, featuring notable actors including Sylvester Stallone and Pelé. It portrays the circumstances surrounding this unusual event during World War II.
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info Escape to Victory Specifications
| Country | Hungary |
| Year | 1981 |
help Escape to Victory FAQ
Is Escape to Victory known by another title?
Yes, the film was released as Victory in North America and as Escape to Victory in other markets. John Huston directed the 1981 sports-war drama about Allied prisoners in a German camp. [Sylvester Stallone film profile](https://sylvesterstallone.com/portfolio/victory/)
Did Pelé really play in Escape to Victory?
Yes, Pelé plays Corporal Luis Fernandez, a football star on the prisoners' team. The cast also includes real players such as Bobby Moore, Osvaldo Ardiles, and John Wark. [Victory overview](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Escape_to_Victory)
What is the football match in Escape to Victory about?
Allied prisoners agree to play an exhibition match against a German team during World War II. Captain John Colby organizes the side, while Captain Robert Hatch keeps looking for a way to escape. [BBFC film details](https://www.bbfc.co.uk/release/escape-to-victory-q29sbgvjdglvbjpwwc0zmdc3mjg)
Who stars in Escape to Victory?
Michael Caine plays Captain John Colby, Sylvester Stallone plays Captain Robert Hatch, and Max von Sydow plays Major Karl von Steiner. Pelé appears alongside them as Luis Fernandez in the 1981 John Huston film. [Victory overview](https://sylvesterstallone.com/portfolio/victory/)
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