Escape Plan in 2013: Modern Update on Classic 1980s Action Formula

Remember the good old days of 1980s action movies, filled with tough guys and even tougher one-liners? Well, Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger certainly do. These iconic stars have come together in a 2013 sci-fi action flick called Escape Plan that brings them back to their action roots, while also showing off their lighter, comedic sides. You can catch all the action on Peacock!

In Escape Plan, Stallone plays Ray Breslin, an escape artist who gets hired by government agencies to break out of their most secure prisons. Schwarzenegger joins the mix as Emil Rottmayer, a high-profile inmate with a mysterious past. When the two find themselves trapped together in a super-max prison called “The Tomb”, things get intense. Stallone’s character quickly realizes that he’s been set up by a former colleague, and it’s up to him and Schwarzenegger to unravel the mystery and plot their escape.

While the story in Escape Plan may not be the most original, the film shines thanks to its stellar cast. Curtis Jackson, better known as 50 Cent, brings tech-savvy flair to his role, while Sam Neill adds depth as the conflicted prison doctor. But the real standout is Jim Caviezel as Warden Hobbes, the quietly sinister overseer of The Tomb.

If you’re a fan of Escape Plan, you’ll be thrilled to know that the film has spawned two sequels: Escape Plan 2: Hades and Escape Plan: The Extractors. Both films continue the trend of over-the-top action and entertaining storylines. And the best part? You can stream all three movies right now on Peacock.

So grab some popcorn, settle in, and get ready for a thrilling action-packed ride with Stallone and Schwarzenegger in Escape Plan and its sequels. It’s a blast from the past that’s still as entertaining as ever.