Couples and Robbers
Synopsis
Couples and Robbers is a 1981 English language comedy/crime film written and directed by Clare Peploe, starring Frances Low, Rik Mayall and Peter Eyre. Two couples -- one with all the riches that dreams are made of, the other with only dreams and schemes -- are brought together by the plotting of the poorer couple. A pair of newlyweds wander through the city streets, bickering about their poverty, until they are distracted by the opulent home of a lawyer. Impulsively, the couple makes off with the lawyer's vehicle for one night of extravagant indulgence. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 7, 1981
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Clare Peploe
- Screenplay & Story
- Ernie Eban, Clare Peploe
- Original Title
- Couples and Robbers
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 29m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Clare Peploe
Ernie Eban, Clare Peploe
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Clare Peploe
Director
Ernie Eban
Writer
Clare Peploe
Writer
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What is Couples and Robbers about?
Couples and Robbers is a 1981 English language comedy/crime film written and directed by Clare Peploe, starring Frances Low, Rik Mayall and Peter Eyre. Two couples -- one with all the riches that dreams are made of, the other with only dreams and schemes -- are brought together by the plotting of the poorer couple. A pair of newlyweds wander through the city streets, bickering about their poverty, until they are distracted by the opulent home of a lawyer. Impulsively, the couple makes off with the lawyer's vehicle for one night of extravagant indulgence. The film was nominated for an Oscar for Best Live Action Short Film.
Who directed Couples and Robbers?
Couples and Robbers was directed by Clare Peploe.
Who stars in Couples and Robbers?
The principal cast of Couples and Robbers includes Frances Low, Rik Mayall, Peter Eyre, Frank Grimes.
When was Couples and Robbers released and how long is it?
Couples and Robbers was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 29m.