The Taking of Pelham 1, 2, 3
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- Synopsis
- On a quiet midday in New York, along the Lexington Avenue subway line, the train designated "Pelham One Two Three" -- so named for its station of origin and time of departure -- makes its way down the East Side of Manhattan....
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- Starring
- Walter Matthau, Robert Shaw, Martin Balsam, Hector Elizondo, Earl Hindman
- Director(s)
- Joseph Sargent
- Distributor(s)
- United Artists
- MPAA Rating
- R
- Runtime
- 104 min.
Critic Reviews
The New York Times | Nora SayreAdd Critic to Favorites
Throughout, there's a skillful balance between the vulnerability of New Yorkers and the drastic, provocative sense of comedy that thrives all over our sidewalks. Read the full review
Variety | Staff (Not Credited)Add Critic to Favorites
Good action caper.Read the full review
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