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Cast
David Carradine
as Bernard 'Bernie' Paul Coy
Richard Dysart
as Warden James Johnston
Dennis Farina
as Robert Stroud
Charles Haid
as Sam Shockley
Howard Hesseman
as Joseph 'Dutch' Cretzer
David Morse
as Marvin Hubbard
Jan-Michael Vincent
as Miran 'Buddy' Thompson
Paul Sanchez
as Dan Durando
John Mahon
as Officer Bill Miller
J.P. Bumstead
as Officer Corwin
Movie Info & Details
Release Year1987
Runtime1h 36m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationNR
GenresAction, Drama, Thriller
Votes7
DirectorPaul Wendkos
WritersPaul Wendkos
TypeFeature Film
Rating4.8 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsSix Against the Rock
About Six Against the Rock
In May of 1946, Alcatraz inmate Bernie Coy initiates a carefully thought out plan to escape the island prison. His plan, carried out with five accomplices, falls apart when they can't obtain a key to unlock a door leading to the yard.
Directed by Paul Wendkos, Six Against the Rock leans on a strong ensemble — David Carradine, Richard Dysart, Dennis Farina — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about action titles of 1987.
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