The Hot Rock

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The Hot Rock

PG

Released Jan 26, 1972

1h 45m

Comedy

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A man and his brother-in-law plan to steal a priceless diamond from the Brooklyn Museum. Helped by an expert getaway man and an explosives wizard, the daring duo steal the gem with a little assistance from bombs, a faked car crash and a little dressing up as uniformed guards and doctors. However, almost as soon as they get their hands on the loot and prepare to transfer it to an African diplomat, they lose it.

Critics Consensus

Smart direction and an outstanding ensemble cast help enliven The Hot Rock's relatively standard plot, making this heist caper worthy of stealing your time.

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Perry Stewart

Fort Worth Star-Telegram/DFW.com

"The Hot Rock" may be Robbery Movie No. 345. But there's as much fun as familiarity in it.

Jun 23, 2021

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John Weisman

Detroit Free Press

It's a great action film and a blissfully funny one, too.

Jun 23, 2021

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William B. Collins

Philadelphia Inquirer

A crazily funny show with satisfying measures of wit and ingenuity in cunning combination.

Jun 23, 2021

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Candice Russell

Miami Herald

An exhilarating conclusion leaves us smiling...

Jun 23, 2021

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Stanley Eichelbaum

San Francisco Examiner

What "The Hot Rock" lacks in originality, it more than makes up for in lively and engaging fun.

Jun 23, 2021

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Tom Hutchinson

Radio Times

This caper movie is not without its flaws, but it boasts a sense of finesse and fun that other films in the genre sadly lack.

Rated: 3/5

Jun 23, 2021

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Stephen C

Funny in 1.75 hours!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! All ages admitted!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/16/25

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Lewis A

I am a huge Donald Westlake fan, and was surprised to recently discover that they made a movie out of one of his earlier gems, The Hot Rock (in my bookcase). I was so looking forward to watching this movie. Now, I am so disappointed. What a horrible adaption. Kind of followed the original plot, but missing all the humor and hijinks. If I never read the book, I would say it's OK at best. But knowing how far it missed the mark, I gotta say bleh.

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

09/05/24

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Shioka O

Better watch just for fun

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

10/05/22

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delysid d

this is a good one with robert redford

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/06/22

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Audience Member

Very entertaining film with a terrific A list cast. A classic.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/22/23

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jon c

Didn't find this the slightest bit interesting

Rated 1.5 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Synopsis

A man and his brother-in-law plan to steal a priceless diamond from the Brooklyn Museum. Helped by an expert getaway man and an explosives wizard, the daring duo steal the gem with a little assistance from bombs, a faked car crash and a little dressing up as uniformed guards and doctors. However, almost as soon as they get their hands on the loot and prepare to transfer it to an African diplomat, they lose it.

Director: Peter Yates
Producer: Hal Landers, Bobby Roberts
Screenwriter: William Goldman
Distributor: 20th Century Fox
Production Co: Landers-Roberts Productions
Rating: PG
Genre: Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jan 26, 1972, Original
Release Date (DVD): May 11, 2004
Runtime: 1h 45m