Plunkett & Macleane 1999
“They Robbed The Rich...And That's It”
What is Plunkett & Macleane?
Plunkett & Macleane is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Action, Comedy, Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1999
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 22, 1999
- Studios
- Working Title Films, Arts Council of England, PolyGram Filmed Entertainment
- Genres
- Action, Comedy, Drama
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Overview
Plunkett & Macleane is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Action, Comedy, Drama. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“Two unlikely partners become gentleman highwaymen in 18th‑century England.”
- Stylish period costumes and settings
- Blend of action and humor
- Charismatic lead duo
- Historical liberties may distract viewers
Watch it if you enjoy a stylized 18th‑century caper with humor and swordplay.
Contains period violence and romantic themes, suitable for older teens and adults.
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What genre is the film?
It mixes action, comedy and drama set in an 18th‑century backdrop.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 33 minutes.
Who are the main characters?
Will Plunkett, a thief, and Captain James Macleane, an aristocrat.
Is the story historically accurate?
The film takes considerable liberties with historical facts.
Is there a romance in the plot?
Captain Macleane falls for Lady Rebecca Gibson, the judge’s niece.