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Smash and Grab

September 20, 1937 1h 13m 5.8/10 (4 votes)

Originally released in 1937. Smash and Grab is a comedy/crime film. directed by Tim Whelan. At just 73 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Jack Buchanan, Elsie Randolph, and Arthur Margetson

Synopsis

John Forrest, an insurance investigator with a weakness for model railways, is on the trail of a gang of smash-and-grab thieves targeting Europe's most prestigious jewellers. As the chase leads him to Ireland, Forrest finds he needs help and who better to call upon than his impossibly elegant, highly capable wife, Alice?

Quick Facts

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Release Date September 20, 1937 88 years ago
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Runtime 1h 13m 73 minutes total
User Rating 5.8/10 Mixed (4 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Jack Buchanan Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Smash and Grab about?

John Forrest, an insurance investigator with a weakness for model railways, is on the trail of a gang of smash-and-grab thieves targeting Europe's most prestigious jewellers. As the chase leads him...

Who directed Smash and Grab?

Smash and Grab was directed by Tim Whelan.

How long is Smash and Grab?

Smash and Grab has a runtime of 1 hours and 13 minutes (73 minutes total).

When was Smash and Grab released?

Smash and Grab was released on September 20, 1937 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Smash and Grab?

The main cast of Smash and Grab includes Jack Buchanan, Elsie Randolph, Arthur Margetson, Anthony Holles, Edmund Willard.