The Split
“No wonder they're happy. They just stole a half-million dollars in front of a hundred-thousand witnesses... But watch what happens when it's time for The Split!”
Synopsis
A group of thieves attempt a daring robbery of a football stadium.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Split - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-09-15
Top Cast
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Jim Brown
McClain
Diahann Carroll
Ellen "Ellie" Kennedy
Ernest Borgnine
Bert Clinger
Julie Harris
Gladys
Gene Hackman
Lt. Walter Brill
Jack Klugman
Harry Kifka
Warren Oates
Marty Gough
James Whitmore
Herb Sutro
Donald Sutherland
Dave Negli
Joyce Jameson
Jenifer
Harry Hickox
Detective
Jackie Joseph
Jackie
Warren Vanders
Mason
Thordis Brandt
Police Clerk (uncredited)
Calvin Brown
Guard Charlie (uncredited)
Antony Carbone
Man (uncredited)
Dee Carroll
Payroll Clerk (uncredited)
George Cisar
Charlie (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 4, 1968
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gordon Flemyng
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Sabaroff
- Original Score
- Quincy Jones
- Original Title
- The Split
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gordon Flemyng
Robert Sabaroff, Donald E. Westlake
Quincy Jones
Burnett Guffey
Rita Roland
Robert Chartoff, Irwin Winkler
Department Leadership Roster
Gordon Flemyng
Director
Robert Sabaroff
Screenplay
Robert Chartoff
Producer
Irwin Winkler
Producer
Quincy Jones
Original Music Composer
Burnett Guffey
Director of Photography
Rita Roland
Editor
Paul Baxley
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Split
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Split about?
A group of thieves attempt a daring robbery of a football stadium.
Who directed The Split?
The Split was directed by Gordon Flemyng.
Who stars in The Split?
The principal cast of The Split includes Jim Brown, Diahann Carroll, Ernest Borgnine, Julie Harris, Gene Hackman.
When was The Split released and how long is it?
The Split was released in 1968 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Split?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Split was composed by Quincy Jones.
Is The Split based on a book or true story?
The Split is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Donald E. Westlake".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Split?
The Split holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).