The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 2009
“I can't get it out of my head. I'm gonna die today.”
What is The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3?
The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller, Action.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 106 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 10, 2009
- Studios
- Escape Artists, Columbia Pictures, Relativity Media
- Genres
- Crime, Thriller, Action
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.4/10
- Episode runtime
- ~106 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Escape Artists, Columbia Pictures, Relativity Media
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Overview
The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller, Action. Produced and broadcast by Escape Artists, Columbia Pictures, Relativity Media. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A subway hijacking turns a routine dispatcher’s day into a high‑stakes showdown.”
- High‑octane action set in New York’s subway system
- Straightforward crime‑thriller premise with a cat‑and‑mouse dynamic
- Follows a conventional genre formula without many surprises
Watch it if you enjoy tense urban thrillers about hostage situations.
The film features intense hostage drama and violent action, suited for mature audiences.
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What genre does the film belong to?
The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 is classified as a crime, thriller, and action film.
When was the movie released in the United States?
It was released on June 11, 2009 in the US.
How long is the runtime?
The film runs for approximately 1 hour and 46 minutes.
What is the basic premise of the story?
Armed men hijack a New York City subway train, holding passengers hostage for ransom and confronting a dispatcher.
Is the film appropriate for younger viewers?
It contains intense hostage drama and violence, so it is recommended for mature audiences.
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