The Great Escaper War/Drama - Film

The Great Escaper
Based on the true story of British World War II veteran Bernard Jordan who escaped from the nursing home at age 89 to attend the 70th anniversary of D-Day in Normandy. Starring top actor Michael Caine (90) and Glenda Jackson in her late

In the summer of 2014, Bernard Jordan (Michael Caine) makes headlines worldwide with his "great escape" from the nursing home where he lives. His great desire is to join his fellow war veterans one last time on the beach in Normandy in remembrance of their fallen comrades. The Great Escaper not only tells the inspiring story of a man trying to come to terms with his enduring war trauma. Bernie's adventure, which spanned only 48 hours, also celebrates the enduring love in his 60-year marriage to Rene (Glenda Jackson) who fantastically supports her husband in his adventure