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The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974)

“We are going to kill one passenger a minute until New York City pays us 1 million dollars.”

7.5/10 · 632 votes 1h 45m r ActionComedyThrillerDramaCrime

#5 of 22 films from 1974 #218 of 2168 in action

Directed by Joseph Sargent · Written by John Godey, Peter Stone

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Overview

In New York, armed men hijack a subway car and demand a ransom for the passengers while the authorities question about the method of their escape.

Cast

Walter Matthauas Lieutenant Garber
Robert Shawas Blue
Martin Balsamas Green
Héctor Elizondoas Grey
Earl Hindmanas Brown
James Broderickas Denny Doyle
Dick O'Neillas Correll
Lee Wallaceas Mayor
Tom Pedias Caz Dolowicz
Beatrice Windeas Mrs. Jenkins
Jerry Stilleras Rico Patrone
Nathan Georgeas Ptl. James
Rudy Bondas Police Commissioner
Kenneth McMillanas Borough Commander

Facts

Release dateOctober 2, 1974
Runtime105 min (1h 45m) — shorter as the 1974 average of 117 min
GenresAction, Comedy, Thriller, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
IMDbtt0072251

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Questions

How long is The Taking of Pelham One Two Three?
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Is The Taking of Pelham One Two Three worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.5/10 across 632 votes, which places it #5 of 22 films released in 1974 in this index (top 82%) and #218 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The Taking of Pelham One Two Three?
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three was directed by Joseph Sargent. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Jaws: The Revenge (1987).
Who stars in The Taking of Pelham One Two Three?
Walter Matthau as Lieutenant Garber; Robert Shaw as Blue; Martin Balsam as Green; Héctor Elizondo as Grey; Earl Hindman as Brown; James Broderick as Denny Doyle.
What is The Taking of Pelham One Two Three 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 One Two Three?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/9896.

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