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One thief, one diamond, and only 28 minutes to pull off a high-stakes Italian heist.

28 MINUTES FOR 3 MILLION DOLLARS

1967 · 1h 30m · NR · Crime / Drama · IMDB TMDB

A billionaire hires a professional thief to steal a famous diamond.

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What is 28 Minutes for 3 Million Dollars about?

28 Minutes for 3 Million Dollars is a 1967 Italian crime drama film directed by Maurizio Pradeaux about a professional thief hired by a billionaire to steal a famous diamond, assembling a team of crooks for the daring job.

Programmer's Pick

This is Italian heist cinema with a stopwatch: suave thieves, a diamond worth millions, and just 28 minutes to nab it. Maurizio Pradeaux delivers a crime drama where assembling the right team is as crucial as cracking the safe.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

A wealthy collector has his eye on a legendary diamond worth a cool three million bucks, but acquiring it means bending a few laws. Enter Jacques, a seasoned thief with the right skills—and the connections to assemble a crack team of crooks. With the promise of a big payout and the pressure of time, Jacques gathers his crew and prepares for a meticulously timed heist. The film sets the stage for a classic Euro-crime caper, loaded with intrigue, shifting loyalties, and a ticking clock. Stylish and suspenseful, it offers a window into the high-stakes world of professional thievery in 1960s Italy.

Details & Specs

Director
Maurizio Pradeaux
Writer
Maurizio Pradeaux
Release
1967
Runtime
1h 30m
Country
Italy
Language
Italian
Genres
Crime, Drama
Also Known As
28 minuti per 3 milioni di dollari

Cast & Crew

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Director: Maurizio Pradeaux Writer: Maurizio Pradeaux
Richard Harrison Richard Harrison Jacques Erna Schürer Erna Schürer Mylène Franca Polesello Franca Polesello Veronique Claudio Biava Claudio Biava Michael Abbott Ferruccio Viotti Ferruccio Viotti André Marino Carpano Marino Carpano Lucien Broder BT Bob Tonelli The Boss CC Conny Caracciolo Rita CM Corrado Monteforte AF Antonietta Fiorito Iva Zanicchi Iva Zanicchi Nightclub Singer Fulvio Mingozzi Fulvio Mingozzi Hotel manager (uncredited)

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Why Cult

Eurospy Flavor

With its slick thieves and international intrigue, the film channels the cool, calculated spirit of 1960s Eurospy capers.

Team Assembly

Watch as Jacques recruits his specialized crew, each member bringing their own criminal expertise to the table.

High-Stakes Diamond Heist

The centerpiece is a meticulously planned theft of a $3 million diamond, promising tension and clever maneuvering.

Italian 1960s Style

The film showcases the era's sleek European settings and fashion, adding a distinct period flair to the criminal proceedings.

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Threat File

Trigger

A billionaire hires a thief for a diamond heist

Threat

The challenge of stealing a famous diamond

Effect

Risk of arrest or betrayal among the crew

Setting

1960s Italy

Questions from the Vault

When was 28 Minutes for 3 Million Dollars released? +

28 Minutes for 3 Million Dollars was released in 1967.

Who directed 28 Minutes for 3 Million Dollars? +

The film was directed by Maurizio Pradeaux.

How long is 28 Minutes for 3 Million Dollars? +

The runtime of the film is 90 minutes.

What genre is 28 Minutes for 3 Million Dollars? +

It is a crime drama.

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