---
title: "The Treasure"
year: 1972
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-treasure-1972"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 249613
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 110
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Treasure (1972) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-treasure-1972

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Treasure is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Mystery, Thriller, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Tissa Nagodavithana Films (Private) Limited. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A murder is committed to unlock a hidden treasure in this 1972 mystery thriller."

### Why Watch
- Based on a literary short story
- Atmospheric 1970s thriller style
- Engaging murder‑treasure premise

### Caveats & Content Note
- Pacing reflects its early‑1970s production style
- Tone & Suitability: The film includes murder and suspense, making it appropriate for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: mystery, thriller, drama, tense, period

## Streaming Availability Matrix

Direct streaming licensing updates dynamically. Consult the live tracking interface at https://www.archytele.com/show/the-treasure-1972#watch.

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Lester James Peries
- **Networks / Studios**: Tissa Nagodavithana Films (Private) Limited

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Gamini Fonseka** as *Wilson 'Willie' Abeynayake*
- **Malini Fonseka** as *Irene Abeynayake*
- **Francis Perera** as *Juwanis*
- **Saman Bokalawala** as *Mudliyar 'Julius'*
- **Mapa Gunaratne** as *Doctor*
- **Shanthi Lekha** as *Irene's mother*
- **Trilicia Gunawardena** as *Dulcie*
- **Thilakasiri Fernando** as *Diyonis 'Gurunnanse'*
- **J. B. L. Gunasekera** as *Willie's Thaththa*
- **Thalatha Gunasekara** as *Willie's childhood nanny*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was "The Treasure" released?
It was released in 1972.

### Q: What is the film based on?
It is based on a short story by G.B. Senanayake from his collection "The Revenge."

### Q: What genre does the film belong to?
It is classified as a mystery, thriller, and drama.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes.

### Q: What is the central plot premise?
The story follows a murder committed to gain access to a hidden treasure.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Treasure — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/249613)
- [The treasure 43% (2017) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/3486087-the-treasure)
- [The Treasure (1990) | DIV.cz](https://div.cz/film/the-treasure)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*