The Great Escape

Allied officers in a German prisoner of war camp during World War II make a daring plan for a mass escape by hundreds of POWs hoping to draw German personnel and resources away from combat operations.

Director

John Sturges

Writer

Paul Brickhill, James Clavell, W.R. Burnett

Released

4 Jul 1963

Country

United States

Awards

Nominated for 1 Oscar. 3 wins & 12 nominations total