Robbery Under Arms
“The Outlaw Who Seared His Brand On the Land!”
Synopsis
During the mid 1860s, brothers Dick and Jim Marston are drawn into a life of crime by their ex-convict father Ben and his friend, infamous cattlethief Captain Starlight. Making their way to Melbourne with the proceeds of a recent raid, the brothers meet and romance the Morrison sisters, Kate and Jean, whom they eventually marry; but just as they are poised to start a new life in America, Captain Starlight and his gang arrive in town, planning a raid at the local bank.
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Peter Finch
Captain Starlight
Ronald Lewis
Dick Marston
Laurence Naismith
Ben Marston
Maureen Swanson
Kate Morrison Mullockson
David McCallum
Jim Marston
Vincent Ball
George Storefield
Jill Ireland
Jean Morrison
Ursula Finlay
Grace Storefield
Dudy Nimmo
Eileen Marston
Jean Anderson
Ma Marston
John Cadell
Warrigal
Larry Taylor
Burke
Russell Napier
Banker Green
Max Wagner
Sergeant Goring
Ewen Solon
Sergeant Arthur
Edna Morris
Aunt Morrison
Bartlett Mullins
Paddy
Robert Reardon
J. Mullockson
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1958
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jack Lee
- Screenplay & Story
- Alexander Baron, W.P. Lipscomb
- Original Score
- Matyas Seiber
- Original Title
- Robbery Under Arms
- Country of Origin
- Australia, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
- Production Studios
- The Rank Organisation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jack Lee
Alexander Baron, W.P. Lipscomb, Rolf Boldrewood
Matyas Seiber
Manuel del Campo
Earl St. John, Joseph Janni
Department Leadership Roster
Jack Lee
Director
Olga Lehmann
Costume Design
Alexander Baron
Screenplay
W.P. Lipscomb
Screenplay
Joseph Janni
Producer
Manuel del Campo
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Robbery Under Arms
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Robbery Under Arms about?
During the mid 1860s, brothers Dick and Jim Marston are drawn into a life of crime by their ex-convict father Ben and his friend, infamous cattlethief Captain Starlight. Making their way to Melbourne with the proceeds of a recent raid, the brothers meet and romance the Morrison sisters, Kate and Jean, whom they eventually marry; but just as they are poised to start a new life in America, Captain Starlight and his gang arrive in town, planning a raid at the local bank.
Who directed Robbery Under Arms?
Robbery Under Arms was directed by Jack Lee.
Who stars in Robbery Under Arms?
The principal cast of Robbery Under Arms includes Peter Finch, Ronald Lewis, Laurence Naismith, Maureen Swanson, David McCallum.
When was Robbery Under Arms released and how long is it?
Robbery Under Arms was released in 1957 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Who composed the musical score for Robbery Under Arms?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Robbery Under Arms was composed by Matyas Seiber.
Is Robbery Under Arms based on a book or true story?
Robbery Under Arms is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Rolf Boldrewood".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Robbery Under Arms?
Robbery Under Arms holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).