The First Great Train Robbery

Synopsis

The First Great Train Robbery, released in 1978 and starring Sean Connery, is a thrilling period heist film set in Victorian England. Directed by Michael Crichton, the movie follows a group of thieves planning the audacious theft of gold bullion from a moving train. As they meticulously devise their plan, facing various obstacles and challenges, suspense and action ensue. With charismatic performances from the cast and elaborate period sets, the film immerses viewers in a high-stakes adventure filled with twists and turns.

Cast

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  Sean Connery

  Edward Pierce

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  Donald Sutherland

  Robert Agar

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  Lesley-Anne Down

  Miriam

• Susan Hallinan

  Emma Barnes

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  Alan Webb

  Edgar Trent

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  Malcolm Terris

  Fowler

Reviews

The First Great Train Robbery has received generally positive reviews from critics. Rotten Tomatoes gives it a rating of 77%, praising its engaging storyline and Connery's performance as the charismatic mastermind. IMDb rates it 6.9/10, with viewers appreciating the film's period authenticity and thrilling heist sequences. Metacritic gives it a score of 68/100, highlighting the film's entertaining blend of suspense and humor. Critics have lauded the director's attention to detail in recreating Victorian England and the film's gripping narrative that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.