The Taking of Pelham One Two Three 1974
“We are going to kill one passenger a minute until New York City pays us 1 million dollars.”
What is The Taking of Pelham One Two Three?
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three is a film first released in 1974. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller, Comedy, Action.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1974
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 2, 1974
- Studios
- Palomar Pictures International, Palladium Productions
- Genres
- Crime, Thriller, Comedy, Action
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Overview
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three is a film first released in 1974. Catalogued under Crime, Thriller, Comedy, Action. Produced and broadcast by Palomar Pictures International, Palladium Productions. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A subway hijacking turns New York’s transit into a high‑stakes hostage crisis.”
- Tight 1h45m crime thriller set in NYC
- Edge‑of‑your‑seat hostage tension
- Classic 1970s action style
- Period pacing may feel slower to modern viewers
- Violent hostage premise can be intense
Watch it if you enjoy tense urban thrillers about high‑stakes crimes.
The film contains violent hostage situations and intense suspense, suitable for mature audiences.
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When was the film released?
It premiered in the United States on October 2, 1974.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately one hour and forty‑five minutes.
What genre does it belong to?
It is classified as a crime, thriller, and action film.
Where is the story set?
The plot takes place in New York City, focusing on a subway train.
Why is it called "The Taking of Pelham One Two Three"?
The title derives from the train’s radio call sign, based on its origin at Pelham Bay Park station at 1:23 p.m.
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