The Day They Robbed the Bank of England

1960
Approved
1h 25m

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6.6/10

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The Day They Robbed the Bank of England (1960)

Heist Political Drama Crime Drama Thriller

In 1901, a group of IRA members decides to rob the Bank of England in order to finance their movement and to embarrass the British government.In 1901, a group of IRA members decides to rob the Bank of England in order to finance their movement and to embarrass the British government.In 1901, a group of IRA members decides to rob the Bank of England in order to finance their movement and to embarrass the British government.

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IMDb RATING

6.6/10

981

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Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award
- 1 nomination total

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Trivia
According to a contemporary article in the New York Times, when director David Lean saw this movie at its London premier, he was greatly impressed by the performance of a completely unknown actor, Peter O'Toole, in the supporting role of Capt. Monty Fitch. He called O'Toole and asked him to do a screen-test for the lead in the title role of his epic classic, Lawrence of Arabia (1962), but only after Marlon Brando and Albert Finney either refused or lost the part.

Quotes
Capt. Monty Fitch: There is nothing wrong with soldiering. You see, I'm never called on to think in my profession. And I'd rather like to. Just once. And then I'd know...
Charles Norgate: Know what?
Capt. Monty Fitch: Whether I stay a soldier because there's nothing else I can do, or because I choose to. I'd probably make a fearful hash of it. Thinking I mean.

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Featured in Peter O'Toole: Live from the TCM Classic Film Festival (2012)

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5/10

Not a bad film

I just saw The day they robbed the Bank of England. It is not a bad film. I think it was very low budget. I have no idea whether the story is true, but at times it was very suspenseful. Peter O'Toole gives a splendid and convincing performance. He was more at ease in this film than any other film that I have seen him. Aldo Ray, who is the main character, at times looks wooden and does not look like someone who cares for Ireland or a woman or anything. I recommend it if it is on TV and for 1 1/2 of relaxation.