The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 (2009)
Movie 1h 46m ★ 6.4/10
Good for tonight if you want to: keep me on the edge, pure adrenaline
The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 is an action, crime and thriller movie from 2009. It is directed by Tony Scott. The cast includes Alice Kremelberg, John Turturro and Denzel Washington. The running time is 1h 46m. Audiences give it a decent score of 6.4 out of 10.
63Tonight Score A balanced pick.
Synopsis
Armed men hijack a New York City subway train, holding the passengers hostage in return for a ransom, and turning an ordinary day's work for dispatcher Walter Garber into a face-off with the mastermind behind the crime.
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Cast & crew
- Tony ScottDirector
- Alice Kremelbergas George's Girlfriend
- John Turturroas Lt. Camonetti
- Denzel Washingtonas Walter Garber
- John Travoltaas Ryder
- Michael Rispolias John Johnson
- Gary Basarabaas Jerry Pollard, motorman
- Jake Sicilianoas Boy hostage
- Gbenga Akinnagbeas Wallace, hostage
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Questions about The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3
- What genre is The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3?
- The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 is categorised as Action, Crime, Thriller.
- Who stars in The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3?
- Alice Kremelberg, John Turturro, Denzel Washington, John Travolta, Michael Rispoli appear in the main cast.
- Who directed The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3?
- Tony Scott directed The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3.
- How long is The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3?
- The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 runs for 1h 46m (106 minutes).
- Is The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3 worth watching?
- It holds an audience score of 6.4/10. Check the similar titles below if you want alternatives in the same style.
- Where can I watch The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3?
- Availability changes by country and over time. Use the "Where to watch" links on this page to see which legal streaming, rental or purchase services currently offer it.
