Robbery Under Arms
“At last a movie as big as the legend”
Synopsis
Fourth adaptation and first made for television of the classic Australian bushranger novel "Robbery Under Arms" by Rolf Boldrewood. Made by the South Australian Film Corporation during the mini-series boom of the 1980s and lensed in the Flinders Ranges, it stars Sam Neill as the infamous Captain Starlight.
Top Cast
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Sam Neill
Capt. Starlight
Steven Vidler
Dick Marston
Christopher Cummins
Jim Marston
Liz Newman
Gracey
Jane Menelaus
Aileen
Andy Anderson
George
Deborah Coulls
Kate
Susie Lindeman
Jeannie
Elaine Cusick
Mum
Ed Devereaux
Ben
Tom E. Lewis
Warrigal
Robert Grubb
Sir Frederick Morringer
David Bradshaw
Goring
John Dick
Trooper Fall
Michael Duffield
Mr. Falkland
Keith Smith
Trooper Spring
Barbara West
Mrs. Falkland
Jack Harris
Big warder
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Donald Crombie, Ken Hannam
- Screenplay & Story
- Rolf Boldrewood, Michael Jenkins, Graeme Koetsveld, Tony Morphett
- Original Score
- Garry McDonald, Laurie Stone
- Original Title
- Robbery Under Arms
- Country of Origin
- Australia, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 21m
- Production Studios
- South Australian Film Corporation, ITC Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Donald Crombie, Ken Hannam
Rolf Boldrewood, Michael Jenkins, Graeme Koetsveld, Tony Morphett
Garry McDonald, Laurie Stone
Ernie Clark
Andrew Prowse
Jock Blair, John Morris
Department Leadership Roster
Donald Crombie
Director
Ken Hannam
Director
Graeme Koetsveld
Writer
Tony Morphett
Writer
Jock Blair
Producer
Garry McDonald
Original Music Composer
Laurie Stone
Original Music Composer
Ernie Clark
Director of Photography
Andrew Prowse
Editor
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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?
Fourth adaptation and first made for television of the classic Australian bushranger novel "Robbery Under Arms" by Rolf Boldrewood. Made by the South Australian Film Corporation during the mini-series boom of the 1980s and lensed in the Flinders Ranges, it stars Sam Neill as the infamous Captain Starlight.
Who directed Robbery Under Arms?
Robbery Under Arms was directed by Donald Crombie, Ken Hannam.
Who stars in Robbery Under Arms?
The principal cast of Robbery Under Arms includes Sam Neill, Steven Vidler, Christopher Cummins, Liz Newman, Jane Menelaus.
When was Robbery Under Arms released and how long is it?
Robbery Under Arms was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 2h 21m.
Who composed the musical score for Robbery Under Arms?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Robbery Under Arms was composed by Garry McDonald, Laurie Stone.
Is Robbery Under Arms based on a book or true story?
Robbery Under Arms is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Rolf Boldrewood".