In a dystopian future, Manhattan has been transformed into a maximum-security prison where the most dangerous criminals are left to fend for themselves. When the President of the United States crash-lands inside this chaotic urban jungle, a hardened ex-soldier named Snake Plissken, played by Kurt Russell, is given the task of rescuing him. Directed by John Carpenter, this film is known for its gritty atmosphere and innovative special effects for its time. While it didn’t win any major awards, it has since become a cult classic. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.