The Hot Rock 1972
“How many times does it take to steal the same diamond?”
What is The Hot Rock?
The Hot Rock is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Crime, Comedy.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1972
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 101 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 26, 1972
- Studios
- Landers-Roberts Productions, 20th Century Fox
- Genres
- Crime, Comedy
- Updated
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Overview
The Hot Rock is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Crime, Comedy. Produced and broadcast by Landers-Roberts Productions, 20th Century Fox. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A hapless crew’s first diamond heist spirals into a comedy of endless re‑steals.”
- Sharp blend of crime caper and comedy
- PG rating makes it family‑friendly
- Engaging premise of repeated heists
- The repetitive plot may feel formulaic to some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy witty caper comedies with a light‑hearted tone.
Its PG rating and comedic crime antics make it suitable for general audiences.
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What genre is The Hot Rock?
It is a crime comedy film.
When was The Hot Rock released in the United States?
It was released on January 26, 1972 in the US.
What is the film's rating?
The film is rated PG.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour 41 minutes.
Did the film have a different title in the UK?
Yes, it was released in the UK as How to Steal a Diamond in Four Uneasy Lessons.
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