Robbery Under Arms (1985)

Fourth adaptation and first made for television of the classic Australian bushranger novel "Robbery Under Arms" by Rolf Boldrewood. Made by the South Australian Film Corporation during the ... See full summary »

Directors:

Donald Crombie, Ken Hannam

Writers:

Rolf Boldrewood (novel), Michael Jenkins (adaptation),

Stars:

Sam Neill, Steven Vidler, Christopher Cummins

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Sam Neill	...	Capt. Starlight
Steven Vidler	...	Dick Marston
Christopher Cummins	...	Jim Marston
Liz Newman	...	Gracey
Jane Menelaus	...	Aileen
Andy Anderson	...	George
Deborah Coulls	...	Kate
Susie Lindeman	...	Jeannie
Elaine Cusick	...	Mum
Ed Devereaux	...	Ben
Tommy Lewis	...	Warrigal
Robert Grubb	...	Sir Frederick Morringer
David Bradshaw	...	Goring
John Dick	...	Trooper Fall
Michael Duffield	...	Mr. Falkland

Storyline

Fourth adaptation and first made for television of the classic Australian bushranger novel "Robbery Under Arms" by Rolf Boldrewood. Made by the South Australian Film Corporation during the mini-series boom of the 1980s and lensed in the Flinders Ranges, it stars Sam Neill as the infamous Captain Starlight.

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Plot Keywords:

arms | robbery | bushranger | 19th century | great plains | 

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Taglines:

At last a movie as big as the legend

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Genres:

Action | Adventure | Crime | Drama | History | Western

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Certificate:

Not Rated

Details

Official Sites:

South Australian Film Corporation

Country:

Australia

Language:

English

Release Date:

28 March 1985 (Australia)

Also Known As:

Robo a Mano Armado

Filming Locations:

Adelaide Hills, South Australia, Australia

Box Office

Budget:

AUD 7,300,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Incorporated Television Company (ITC), South Australian Film Corporation, The

Technical Specs

Runtime:

141 min

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

First made-for-television version of Rolf Boldrewood's 'Robbery Under Arms' novel.

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Connections

Version of Robbery Under Arms (1957)

User Reviews

Great Western... Australian Style!

I never have been a big fan of westerns, but this movie quickly became a favorite! The fact that it is presented from the point-of-view of the "bad" guy, creates an interesting perspective. I do enjoy this movie immensely, and this is partly why. By the end of the film, I found myself sympathizing with the "bad" characters, despite the fact that they were thieves and cheaters. The plot was simple, but didn't need more. I did find some parts of the film unique. This is refreshing in a time when movies are so often alike. If you are looking for a movie that's good fun, and solidly acted, this is the movie for you! Even if you don't like westerns!