Crooks and Coronets (1969): cast, story & where to watch
1969 · Film · ★ 8.3
Released in 1969, Crooks and Coronets is a comedy film directed by Jim O'Connolly, running about 106 minutes. “The caper could get $5,000,000. All these American hoods had to do was knock off the nice old lady in World War I flying garb, the eccentric gentleman with the crossbow and the man-eating lio” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two crooks are hired to rob an eccentric old lady's estate, but once they get to know her, they can't bring themselves to do it.
Who’s in it. Crooks and Coronets stars Telly Savalas as Herbie Haseler, Edith Evans as Lady Sophie Fitzmore, Warren Oates as Marty Miller and Cesar Romero as Nick Marco, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.3/10, Crooks and Coronets sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Crooks and Coronets page.
If you liked it. Fans of Crooks and Coronets tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Crooks and Coronets (1969)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Crooks and Coronets change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Crooks and Coronets worth watching?
- Crooks and Coronets holds an audience score of 8.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Crooks and Coronets?
- Crooks and Coronets stars Telly Savalas, Edith Evans, Warren Oates, Cesar Romero and Harry H. Corbett.
- When was Crooks and Coronets released?
- Crooks and Coronets was released in 1969, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.