Drama

The Great Escaper

Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson star in the true story of Bernard Jordan, who made global headlines in the summer of 2014. He had staged a “great escape” from his care home to join fellow war veterans on a beach in Normandy, commemorating their fallen comrades at the D-Day Landings 70th anniversary.

The Great Escaper

1h 35m

The Great Escaper tells the true story of Bernard Jordan (Michael Caine) who made global headlines in the summer of 2014. He had staged a “great escape” from his care home to join fellow war veterans on a beach in Normandy, commemorating their fallen comrades at the D-Day Landings 70th anniversary. The late, two-time Oscar® winner Glenda Jackson also stars as Bernie’s devoted wife, Irene.

Episodes

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    The Great Escaper

    S2025 E1 - 1h 35m

    The Great Escaper tells the true story of Bernard Jordan (Michael Caine) who made global headlines in the summer of 2014. He had staged a “great escape” from his care home to join fellow war veterans on a beach in Normandy, commemorating their fallen comrades at the D-Day Landings 70th anniversary. The late, two-time Oscar® winner Glenda Jackson also stars as Bernie’s devoted wife, Irene.

Extras + Features

  • Official Preview: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Official Preview

    S2025 - 2m

    It's never too late to go back. Join us for a special presentation of the film The Great Escaper, starring Michael Caine and the late Glenda Jackson, premiering on Sunday, November 23, 2025 at 9/8c.

  • An Inside Look: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    An Inside Look

    S2025 - 2m

    When Bernard Jordan decides to journey to the 70th Anniversary of D-Day, nobody, not even his care home, can stop him. Experience the incredible true story of The Great Escaper on Sunday, November 23 at 9/8c.

Schedule

  • The Great Escaper on Masterpiece: TVSS: VOD Art

    The Great Escaper

    Thursday
    Dec 18

    2 Hours

    In the summer of 2014, a World War II veteran sneaks out of his care home to attend the 70th anniversary celebration of the D-Day landings in Normandy.
  • The Great Escaper on Masterpiece: TVSS: VOD Art

    The Great Escaper

    Friday
    Dec 19

    2 Hours

    In the summer of 2014, a World War II veteran sneaks out of his care home to attend the 70th anniversary celebration of the D-Day landings in Normandy.

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