The Taking of Pelham One Two Three
1974, English. Directed by Joseph Sargent.
We are going to kill one passenger a minute until New York City pays us 1 million dollars.
In New York, armed men hijack a subway car and demand a ransom for the passengers while the authorities question about the method of their escape.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Details
- Released
- 2 October 1974
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Peter Stone
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What The Taking of Pelham One Two Three is based on
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three is based on The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1973) by Morton Freedgood, published by G. P. Putnam's Sons.
1973
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three
By Morton Freedgood
Published by G. P. Putnam's Sons
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The Taking of Pelham One Two Three: quick answers
Is The Taking of Pelham One Two Three worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 682 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Taking of Pelham One Two Three?
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Does The Taking of Pelham One Two Three have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Taking of Pelham One Two Three. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Taking of Pelham One Two Three on?
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Taking of Pelham One Two Three?
If you liked The Taking of Pelham One Two Three, try The Taking of Pelham 1 2 3, Rampage: Capital Punishment, Night of the Juggler.
Who directed The Taking of Pelham One Two Three?
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974) was directed by Joseph Sargent and stars Walter Matthau, Robert Shaw, Martin Balsam.
What is The Taking of Pelham One Two Three based on?
The Taking of Pelham One Two Three is based on The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1973) by Morton Freedgood, published by G. P. Putnam's Sons.