directed by Joseph Sargent
The Pelham 1-2-3, a New York subway train, is hijacked by four armed men who identify themselves as Mr. Blue (Shaw), Mr. Green (Balsam), Mr. Grey (Elizondo), and Mr. Brown. They want one million dollars and only give the police an hour to cough up the ransom. If their demands are not met then they will start shooting hostages.
Transit Police Lieutenant Zachary Garber (Matthau) runs the operation to try and rescue the hostages and capture the hijackers. He gets some assistance from Transit Police Lieutenant Rico Patrone (Jerry Stiller).
Thoughts
I'm pretty sure I first saw this movie on television on a Saturday or Sunday afternoon back in the 1980s. I'm not sure if I had seen it since then.
There are a few more familiar faces that pop up in small parts. The part of the mayor is played by the same actor who played the mayor of Gotham City in Batman (1989). The mayor's wife is played by Doris Roberts who is best known for playing Raymond's mother on Everybody Loves Raymond.
It's a solidly good movie. I enjoyed watching it again. The cast does a great job. If you are into heist films then this is a must see.
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