The Taking of Pelham One Two Three movie poster

The Taking of Pelham One Two Three

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

October 2, 1974 1h 44m 7.5/10 (597 votes)

Originally released in 1974. The Taking of Pelham One Two Three is a crime/thriller film. directed by Joseph Sargent.

Starring Walter Matthau, Robert Shaw, and Martin Balsam

Synopsis

In New York, armed men hijack a subway car and demand a ransom for the passengers. Even if it's paid, how could they get away?

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 2, 1974 51 years ago
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Runtime 1h 44m 104 minutes total
User Rating 7.5/10 Great (597 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Palomar Pictures International
  • Palladium Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Taking of Pelham One Two Three about?

In New York, armed men hijack a subway car and demand a ransom for the passengers. Even if it's paid, how could they get away?

Who directed The Taking of Pelham One Two Three?

The Taking of Pelham One Two Three was directed by Joseph Sargent.

How long is The Taking of Pelham One Two Three?

The Taking of Pelham One Two Three has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).

When was The Taking of Pelham One Two Three released?

The Taking of Pelham One Two Three was released on October 2, 1974 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Taking of Pelham One Two Three?

The main cast of The Taking of Pelham One Two Three includes Walter Matthau, Robert Shaw, Martin Balsam, Héctor Elizondo, Earl Hindman.

Is The Taking of Pelham One Two Three worth watching?

The Taking of Pelham One Two Three has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 597 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.