
: The cynical, one-eyed anti-hero who famously "shakes off" Russell's earlier Disney image.
: The police commissioner who blackmails Snake into the mission. Watching Tips Parents guide - Escape from New York (1981) - IMDb Escape from New York(1981)
: The self-proclaimed "Duke of New York" and the primary antagonist holding the President hostage. : The cynical, one-eyed anti-hero who famously "shakes
: Former associates of Snake who help him navigate the dangerous city streets. : Former associates of Snake who help him
: In this vision of the future, the U.S. crime rate has skyrocketed by 400%, leading the government to wall off Manhattan Island and turn it into a lawless, giant prison where convicts are sent for life.
: To ensure his cooperation, the police inject microscopic explosives into Snake's neck that will detonate if he doesn't return with the President before his time expires. Key Characters