---
title: "Robbery Under Arms"
year: 1957
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/robbery-under-arms-1957"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 269519
imdb_id: "tt0050904"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 96
community_rating: 5.2
vote_count: 9
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Robbery Under Arms (1957) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/robbery-under-arms-1957

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Robbery Under Arms is a 1957 bushranger film directed by Jack Lee. The film is adapted by Alexander Baron, W. P. Lipscomb, and Richard Mason from the 1888 novel of the same name by Thomas Alexander Browne, who wrote under the pen name Rolf Boldrewood. The cast stars Peter Finch, Ronald Lewis, Maureen Swanson, and David McCallum. Set during the mid 1860s, the story follows brothers Dick and Jim Marston, who are drawn into a life of crime by their ex-convict father Ben and his friend, the infamous cattle thief Captain Starlight. After 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. Just as the brothers are poised to start a new life in America, Captain Starlight and his gang arrive in town to plan a raid at the local bank.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, ScreenPix Apple TV channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, ScreenPix Amazon Channel | Tubi TV | None |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jack Lee
- **Networks / Studios**: The Rank Organisation

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Peter Finch** as *Captain Starlight*
- **Ronald Lewis** as *Dick Marston*
- **Laurence Naismith** as *Ben Marston*
- **Maureen Swanson** as *Kate Morrison Mullockson*
- **David McCallum** as *Jim Marston*
- **Vincent Ball** as *George Storefield*
- **Jill Ireland** as *Jean Morrison*
- **Ursula Finlay** as *Grace Storefield*
- **Dudy Nimmo** as *Eileen Marston*
- **Jean Anderson** as *Ma Marston*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Robbery Under Arms online?
Robbery Under Arms is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, ScreenPix Apple TV channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, ScreenPix Amazon Channel. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Robbery Under Arms worth watching?
Robbery Under Arms holds a community rating of 5.2/10 based on 9 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, Western for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Robbery Under Arms and when was it released?
Robbery Under Arms is a feature film with a runtime of 96 minutes. It was released in 1957. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Robbery Under Arms?
Robbery Under Arms was directed by Jack Lee.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Robbery Under Arms — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/269519)
- [Robbery Under Arms (1957 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robbery_Under_Arms_(1957_film))
- [Robbery Under Arms (1957) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0050904/fullcredits/)
- [Robbery Under Arms (1957) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/269519-robbery-under-arms/cast)
- [Robbery Under Arms - Film | Park Circus](https://parkcircus.com/film/104491-Robbery-Under-Arms)
- [Robbery Under Arms (1957) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/robbery-under-arms-1957/credits)

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