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6.9 / 10(904 votes)IMDbG19691h 40mUnited Kingdom

The Italian Job

“Introducing the plans for a new business venture: "The Italian Job."”

Synopsis

Charlie's got a 'job' to do. Having just left prison he finds one of his friends has attempted a high-risk job in Torino, Italy, right under the nose of the mafia. Charlie's friend doesn't get very far, so Charlie takes over the 'job'. Using three Mini Coopers, a couple of Jaguars, and a bus, he hopes to bring Torino to a standstill, steal a fortune in gold and escape in the chaos.

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The Italian Job (1969) - TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2013-05-02

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

September 3, 1969

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

May 2, 2002

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

$3M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

Pending

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Peter Collinson
Screenplay & Story
Troy Kennedy Martin
Original Score
Quincy Jones
Original Title
The Italian Job
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Spoken Languages
English, Italian
Runtime
1h 40m
Production Budget
$3M
Production Studios
Oakhurst Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Peter Collinson

Screenplay & Story

Troy Kennedy Martin

Original Score & Music

Quincy Jones

Director of Photography

Douglas Slocombe, Norman Warwick

Film Editing

John Trumper

Producers

Stanley Baker, Michael Deeley

Department Leadership Roster

Douglas Slocombe

Douglas Slocombe

Director of Photography

Peter Collinson

Peter Collinson

Director

John Trumper

Editor

Stanley Baker

Stanley Baker

Producer

Quincy Jones

Quincy Jones

Original Music Composer

Michael Deeley

Producer

Troy Kennedy Martin

Troy Kennedy Martin

Writer

Disley Jones

Production Design

Derek Ware

Stunt Coordinator

Bermans

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: G

G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)PG

Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

United Kingdom (BBFC)PG

Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.

United States (MPAA)G

General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Italian Job

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What is The Italian Job about?

Charlie's got a 'job' to do. Having just left prison he finds one of his friends has attempted a high-risk job in Torino, Italy, right under the nose of the mafia. Charlie's friend doesn't get very far, so Charlie takes over the 'job'. Using three Mini Coopers, a couple of Jaguars, and a bus, he hopes to bring Torino to a standstill, steal a fortune in gold and escape in the chaos.

Who directed The Italian Job?

The Italian Job was directed by Peter Collinson.

Who stars in The Italian Job?

The principal cast of The Italian Job includes Michael Caine, Noël Coward, Benny Hill, Margaret Blye, Raf Vallone.

When was The Italian Job released and how long is it?

The Italian Job was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.

Who composed the musical score for The Italian Job?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Italian Job was composed by Quincy Jones.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Italian Job?

The Italian Job holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).