If you're a fan of true crime stories, especially those involving audacious train heists, then this collection is for you. These films not only provide a thrilling narrative but also delve into the lives of the masterminds behind these daring escapades. From the Great Train Robbery to lesser-known capers, these biopics offer a fascinating look at the planning, execution, and aftermath of some of history's most infamous train robberies.
The Lady Vanishes (1938)
Description: While not a biopic, this Hitchcock classic involves a mysterious disappearance on a train, blending elements of crime and intrigue.
Fact: The film was remade in 1979 with Angela Lansbury.
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The Train (1964)
Description: Set during WWII, this film follows the efforts to prevent a train carrying priceless art from falling into Nazi hands, showcasing the ingenuity of the French Resistance.
Fact: The film used real trains from the era, adding authenticity to the scenes.
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The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974)
Description: While not a traditional train robbery, this film involves a group of hijackers taking control of a New York City subway train, demanding a ransom for the passengers.
Fact: The film was remade in 2009 with Denzel Washington and John Travolta.
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The Great Train Robbery (1978)
Description: This film recounts the infamous 1963 Great Train Robbery in England, where a gang of robbers stole £2.6 million from a Royal Mail train. It's a classic tale of meticulous planning and audacious execution.
Fact: The film was shot on location in England, and the train used in the robbery scenes was the actual train involved in the heist.
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The First Great Train Robbery (1978)
Description: Based on the 1855 theft of gold from a moving train, this film stars Sean Connery and Donald Sutherland in a tale of Victorian-era crime.
Fact: The film was shot in Ireland, standing in for Victorian England.
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Buster (1988)
Description: Focused on one of the robbers, Buster Edwards, this film offers a personal look at the aftermath of the Great Train Robbery, including his life on the run and eventual capture.
Fact: Phil Collins, who played Buster, also composed the film's soundtrack, which became quite popular.
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The Great St. Louis Bank Robbery (1959)
Description: Although not directly about a train, this film captures the essence of a heist with its depiction of a meticulously planned bank robbery, which has parallels to train heists in its execution.
Fact: The film was shot in St. Louis, Missouri, using real locations.
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The Great Train Robbery (1903)
Description: This silent film is one of the earliest examples of narrative filmmaking, depicting a staged train robbery, which has influenced countless heist films since.
Fact: It was one of the first films to use cross-cutting to show parallel action.
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Robbery (1967)
Description: Although not a direct biopic, this film is heavily inspired by the Great Train Robbery, offering a fictionalized account of the planning and execution of the heist.
Fact: Stanley Baker, who starred in the film, was also one of its producers.
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The Taking of Pelham 123 (2009)
Description: A modern retelling of the 1974 film, this version updates the story for contemporary audiences with high-stakes action and technology.
Fact: The film was shot on location in New York City, including scenes filmed in actual subway stations.
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