The Way Back

Their escape was just the beginning.

20102h 13m7.0(1,820 votes)

DramaAdventureHistory

Synopsis

A small band of multicultural convicts stages a daring escape from a WWII-era Siberian gulag, and embarks on a treacherous journey across five countries in a desperate race for freedom and survival.

The Way Back (2010) is a drama, adventure, and history film directed by Peter Weir. It stars Ed Harris, Jim Sturgess, and Saoirse Ronan. The film runs for 2 hours 13 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 7.0 out of 10 from 1,820 votes.

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Director

Peter Weir

Cast

Ed Harris

Mr. Smith

Jim Sturgess

Janusz Wieszczek

Saoirse Ronan

Irena Zielińska

Colin Farrell

Valka

Mark Strong

Andrei Khabarov

Gustaf Skarsgård

Andrejs Voss

Dejan Angelov

Andrei

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Way Back

Where can I watch The Way Back?

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Who stars in The Way Back?

The Way Back stars Ed Harris, Jim Sturgess, Saoirse Ronan, and Colin Farrell, and was directed by Peter Weir.

How long is The Way Back?

The Way Back has a runtime of 2 hours 13 minutes.

When did The Way Back come out?

The Way Back was released in 2010.

What genre is The Way Back?

The Way Back is a drama, adventure, and history film.

Is The Way Back worth watching?

The Way Back holds an average audience score of 7.0 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.