The Taking of Pelham One Two Three
“We are going to kill one passenger a minute until New York City pays us 1 million dollars.”
Synopsis
In New York, armed men hijack a subway car and demand a ransom for the passengers while the authorities question about the method of their escape.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2025-03-28
Top Cast
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Walter Matthau
Lieutenant Garber
Robert Shaw
Blue
Martin Balsam
Green
Héctor Elizondo
Grey
Earl Hindman
Brown
James Broderick
Denny Doyle
Dick O'Neill
Correll
Lee Wallace
Mayor
Tom Pedi
Caz Dolowicz
Beatrice Winde
Mrs. Jenkins
Jerry Stiller
Rico Patrone
Nathan George
Ptl. James
Rudy Bond
Police Commissioner
Kenneth McMillan
Borough Commander
Doris Roberts
Mayor's Wife
Julius Harris
Inspector Daniels
Cynthia Belgrave
Maid
Anna Berger
Mother
Release History & Theatrical Window
San Sebastián Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 2, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
April 24, 2002
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph Sargent
- Screenplay & Story
- Peter Stone
- Original Score
- David Shire
- Original Title
- The Taking of Pelham One Two Three
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Production Studios
- Palomar Pictures International, Palladium Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph Sargent
Peter Stone, John Godey
David Shire
Owen Roizman
Gerald B. Greenberg, Robert Q. Lovett
Edgar J. Scherick, Gabriel Katzka
Department Leadership Roster
Peter Stone
Screenplay
David Shire
Original Music Composer
Edgar J. Scherick
Producer
Joseph Sargent
Director
Gerald B. Greenberg
Editor
Owen Roizman
Director of Photography
Robert Q. Lovett
Editor
Anna Hill Johnstone
Costume Design
Joie Chitwood Jr.
Stunt Coordinator
Gabriel Katzka
Producer
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.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Taking of Pelham One Two Three
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What is The Taking of Pelham One Two Three about?
In New York, armed men hijack a subway car and demand a ransom for the passengers while the authorities question about the method of their escape.
Who directed The Taking of Pelham One Two Three?
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three was directed by Joseph Sargent.
Who stars in The Taking of Pelham One Two Three?
The principal cast of The Taking of Pelham One Two Three includes Walter Matthau, Robert Shaw, Martin Balsam, Héctor Elizondo, Earl Hindman.
When was The Taking of Pelham One Two Three released and how long is it?
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.
Who composed the musical score for The Taking of Pelham One Two Three?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Taking of Pelham One Two Three was composed by David Shire.
Is The Taking of Pelham One Two Three based on a book or true story?
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "John Godey".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Taking of Pelham One Two Three?
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).