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The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 (2009)

“I can't get it out of my head. I'm gonna die today.”

6.4/10 · 3,506 votes 1h 46m r ActionThrillerCrime

#141 of 242 films from 2009 #1235 of 2168 in action

Directed by Tony Scott · Written by Brian Helgeland, John Godey

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Overview

Armed men hijack a New York City subway train, holding the passengers hostage in return for a ransom, and turning an ordinary day's work for dispatcher Walter Garber into a face-off with the mastermind behind the crime.

Cast

Denzel Washingtonas Walter Garber
John Travoltaas Ryder
John Turturroas Lt. Camonetti
Luis Guzmánas Phil Ramos
James Gandolfinias Mayor
Michael Rispolias John Johnson
Gary Basarabaas Jerry Pollard, motorman
Alex Kaluzhskyas George, teen hostage
Alice Kremelbergas George's Girlfriend
Katherine Sigismundas Mother-hostage
Jake Sicilianoas Boy hostage
Gbenga Akinnagbeas Wallace, hostage
Jason Butler Harneras Hostage who can't urinate
Victor Gojcajas Bashkim, hijacker

Facts

Release dateJune 10, 2009
Runtime106 min (1h 46m) — about the same as the 2009 average of 105 min
GenresAction, Thriller, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$100,000,000
Box office$150,166,126 (1.5× budget)
IMDbtt1111422

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Questions

How long is The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3?
The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 runs 106 minutes (1h 46m).
Is The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.4/10 across 3,506 votes, which places it #141 of 242 films released in 2009 in this index (top 42%) and #1235 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3?
The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 was directed by Tony Scott. Other well-rated titles by the same director: True Romance (1993), Man on Fire (2004), Crimson Tide (1995).
Who stars in The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3?
Denzel Washington as Walter Garber; John Travolta as Ryder; John Turturro as Lt. Camonetti; Luis Guzmán as Phil Ramos; James Gandolfini as Mayor; Michael Rispoli as John Johnson.
What is The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/5900.

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