Monday Morning Maybe

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Escape

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1980 | 96 min | Drama, TV Movie

Monday Morning Maybeearly rating

Why it’s a Monday Morning Maybe

With a box office flop and almost no lasting buzz, this one could be a tough watch. Keep your phone handy.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for anyone who loves a strong drama. If you loved The Great Escape or I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang, start here.
The mood
Thoughtful and character-driven.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 36 min.
What might put you off
Nothing much for most grown-ups.

The true story of Dwight Worker, an American who was caught smuggling drugs in Mexico, and sentenced to fortress-like Lecumberri Prison where he endured brutal conditions. With the help of his wife, Barbara, he escaped the prison by disguising himself as a woman. He was the first prisoner to escape Lecumberri since Pancho Villa.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsNot counted

    Not enough reviews on record yet

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Reach & staying powerWeak

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    Not enough engagement data yet

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Cast & crew

Directed by Robert Michael Lewis

  • Timothy BottomsDwight Worker
  • Kay LenzBarbara Chilcoate
  • Colleen DewhurstLily Levinson
  • Miguel Angel SuareeFernando Gardner-Pasquel
  • Sandra AlexanderGabrielle
  • Allan MillerJack Branch
  • Antonio FargasJamie Valdez
  • Vincent SchiavelliJ.W. White
  • Jorge Cervera Jr.Tierno
  • Elliott StreetRoger Brody