20 Historic events that would make incredible movies!

Peter Cushing (1913 - 1994) dressed as Memnon on the set of the historical film
Peter Cushing (1913 - 1994) dressed as Memnon on the set of the historical film 'Alexander the Great' / Image Source: Getty

15. The Escape from Alcatraz (1962)

Cell Block B in Alcatraz Prison in San Francisco Bay / Image Source: Getty
Cell Block B in Alcatraz Prison in San Francisco Bay / Image Source: Getty

Alcatraz, the most infamous prison in the United States, was thought to be escape-proof. Built on an isolated island in the middle of San Francisco Bay, surrounded by freezing waters and strong currents, no one had ever successfully escaped—until three prisoners decided to take their chances. Did they make it to freedom? The mystery remains unsolved to this day.

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Edited by Sugnik Mondal