Duration
90 minutes
Quick Summary
Drama, starring Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson
About This Program
Former Royal Navy officer Bernie Jordan is happily settled with wife Rene at a care home. Unfortunately, he hasn't secured a place on the official British Royal Legion trip to France to the commemorate the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landings. Bernie needs to make the trip to Normandy for personal reasons, and with Rene's blessing, he sneaks off to pay his respects. Drama, starring Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson in her final film
The Great Escaper broadcasts on BBC Two England at 9:30pm, Friday, 26 December 2025. (Subtitles)
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Production Details
Year2023
Runtime96 mins