The Taking Of Pelham One Two Three(1974) May 2026

David Shire’s dissonant, jazz-heavy score is frequently cited as one of the best thriller soundtracks of the era.

Produced for approximately $3.8 million, it earned roughly $18.7 million. Narrative Summary The Taking of Pelham One Two Three(1974)

The title refers to the train's radio call sign: "Pelham" for its station of origin and "1-2-3" for its 1:23 PM departure time. The hijackers—coded as Mr. Blue, Mr. Green, Mr. Grey, and Mr. Brown—demand $1 million within one hour, threatening to kill one hostage for every minute the money is late. David Shire’s dissonant