LDT “John Carpenter & Kurt Russell Tease ‘Escape from Chicago’ — The Return of Snake Plissken 🐍”
When John Carpenter and Kurt Russell appeared side by side, each casually holding one of Snake Plissken’s iconic eye patches, fans knew it wasn’t just nostalgia — it was a signal. The legendary filmmaker-actor duo seemed to hint at the long-awaited return of the one-eyed antihero in a possible new installment titled Escape from Chicago — a continuation of the cult classics Escape from New York (1981) and Escape from L.A. (1996).
That simple image — two icons holding a symbol of rebellion — ignited a wave of excitement among fans who’ve spent decades hoping for Snake’s comeback.
For Carpenter and Russell, the Escape films have always been more than action thrillers; they’re reflections of their eras — New York’s grit, L.A.’s chaos, and now, perhaps, Chicago’s cold, industrial heart. The thought of Snake stalking through another decaying metropolis carries a nostalgic thrill and the promise of a darker, sharper vision for a modern audience.
The partnership between Carpenter and Russell remains one of cinema’s most electric — rooted in creative risk, respect, and shared cinematic attitude. Their latest tease wasn’t just fan service; it was a reminder that some legends never fade.
They wait — eye patch ready — for the right time to escape again.
