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Too Many Crooks (1959)

"Robbery With Laughter! Crime Was Simple To Them - They Were All Simple Minded!"

7.419591h 27mEN
Comedy

Directed by Mario Zampi

Rating

7.4/10

Runtime

1h 27m

Language

EN

Release

March 8, 1959

Director

Mario Zampi

Overview

Accident-prone Fingers runs a pretty unsuccessful gang. They try and rob wealthy but tricky Billy Gordon - who distrusts banks and fears the Inland Revenue - but he sees Fingers and the boys off. So they decide to kidnap his daughter, only to end up with his wife Lucy. Gordon makes out he couldn't b...

Cast

Terry-Thomas

Terry-Thomas

Billy Gordon

George Cole

George Cole

Fingers

Brenda De Banzie

Brenda De Banzie

Lucy Gordon

Bernard Bresslaw

Bernard Bresslaw

Snowdrop

Joe Melia

Joe Melia

Whisper

Sidney James

Sidney James

Sid

Vera Day

Vera Day

Charmaine

Delphi Lawrence

Delphi Lawrence

Beryl

John Le Mesurier

John Le Mesurier

Magistrate

Sydney Tafler

Sydney Tafler

Solicitor

Rosalie Ashley

Rosalie Ashley

Angela Gordon

Nicholas Parsons

Nicholas Parsons

Tommy Weston

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Too Many Crooks (1959), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Accident-prone Fingers runs a pretty unsuccessful gang. They try and rob wealthy but tricky Billy Gordon - who distrusts banks and fears the Inland Revenue - but he sees Fingers and the boys off. So they decide to kidnap his daughter, only to end up with his wife Lucy. Gordon makes out he couldn't be more pleased, spuring Lucy to take charge of the hopeless bunch of villains.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Too Many Crooks. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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