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Series Freshness: Jan 22, 2026

Escape From ... Collection

A John Carpenter action film series following the main protagonist Snake Plissken, a former Special Forces operative turned criminal who is called upon to breach dangerous environments for search-and-rescue missions of the utmost priority.

2Movies
★ 7.1 Avg Rating

Franchise Evolution & Timeline Analysis

The Escape From ... Collection has evolved significantly over a span of 15 years, growing from a singular narrative into a complex cinematic universe. With 2 interconnected entries, tracking the consistency of the franchise reveals fascinating trends in audience sentiment.

The "Series" Benchmark: 6.5/10

The franchise maintains a steady average rating of 6.5. While most series experience "Sequel Fatigue," Escape From ... Collection has managed to keep its narrative quality relatively stable, with Escape from New York standing out as the peak cinematic achievement.

Continuity vs. Commercial Appeal

Our data indicates that while the "Release Order" is preferred for first-time viewers, the "Chronological Order" provides a much deeper understanding of the world-building within the Escape From ... Collection. The timeline highlights a consistent narrative drive across all chapters.

Timeline & Watch Order

We recommend watching the Escape From ... Collection franchise in the following order to fully experience the narrative expansion.

1
Escape from New York

Escape from New York

1981★ 7.1HIT

In a world ravaged by crime, the entire island of Manhattan has been converted into a walled prison where brutal prisoners roam free. After the US president cra...

2
Escape from L.A.

Escape from L.A.

1996★ 5.9ABOVE AVERAGE

Into the 9.6-quaked Los Angeles of 2013 comes Snake Plissken. His job: wade through L.A.'s ruined landmarks to retrieve a doomsday device....

Common Questions about Escape From ... Collection

How many movies are in the Escape From ... Collection?

There are currently 2 movies in the Escape From ... Collection, starting from Escape from New York to the latest release, Escape from L.A..

What is the best order to watch the Escape From ... Collection?

The best way to watch the Escape From ... Collection is usually in release order: starting with Escape from New York and ending with Escape from L.A.. Check our timeline for the full chronological breakdown.

Which is the highest-rated movie in the Escape From ... Collection?

According to movieMx ratings, the fans have a strong preference for Escape from New York in this franchise.