In this classic crime film, small-time crook Charlie Croker (Michael Caine) organizes a motley group of thieves to steal four million worth of gold bullion from an armoured car in Turin, Italy. The mastermind of the heist is Mr. Bridger (Noel Coward), an experienced convict who has come up with the idea, but can't take part in .. Read more
| Starring | Michael Caine, Noel Coward, Benny Hill, Tony Beckley |
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| Director | Peter Collinson |
| Genres | Action/Adventure |
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