Henri Charriere, a convicted killer who goes by "Papillon" because of a butterfly tattoo on his chest, is transferred to French Guiana to complete his prison term at a work camp. In an unexpected alliance with the elderly but infamous forger Louis Dega, who grudgingly supports the endeavour because Papillon is so determined to get away. Papillon leads a desperate escape off the island despite the horrible conditions, harsh solitary incarceration, and ongoing betrayal threats.
Cast: Steve McQueen, Dustin Hoffman, Victor Jory, Don Gordon, Anthony Zerbe, Robert Deman, Woodrow Parfrey, Bill Mumy
Director: Franklin J. Schaffner
Genre: Biography, Crime, Drama
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