Adventure,Comedy,War
United Kingdom
Escape to Athena is a 1979 war film directed by George P. Cosmatos and starring Roger Moore, Telly Savalas, and David Niven. The film is set during World War II and follows the story of a group of Allied prisoners held in a German camp on a remote Greek island.
Led by Major Otto Hecht (Roger Moore), the prisoners devise a plan to escape the camp and make their way to the nearby island where a British warship is due to arrive. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles, including German soldiers and a group of Italian prisoners who are also attempting to escape.
As they navigate their way through the rugged terrain, the prisoners learn of a hidden treasure that is said to be located in a monastery at the top of the island's mountain. Determined to find the treasure and keep it out of German hands, they make a daring ascent to the monastery, facing danger and betrayal along the way.
Escape to Athena is known for its impressive cast, which includes Telly Savalas as a sadistic SS officer and David Niven as a charming British professor. The film also features a number of exciting action sequences, including a spectacular car chase through the Greek countryside and a thrilling helicopter escape.
Despite mixed reviews upon its release, Escape to Athena has since become a cult classic among war film enthusiasts, known for its fast-paced action, engaging characters, and stunning Greek island scenery.
