The Big Caper (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1957, The Big Caper is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Robert Stevens, running about 84 minutes. “The Big Money... $1,000,000 was up for grabs!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A con artist moves into a small town to spearhead a payroll robbery.
Who’s in it. The Big Caper stars Rory Calhoun as Frank Harper, Mary Costa as Kay, James Gregory as Flood and Robert H. Harris as Zimmer (as Robert Harris), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Big Caper has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV, ScreenPix Apple TV Channel and Amazon Prime Video with Ads and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Big Caper page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Caper tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Caper (1957)?
- In US, The Big Caper is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, YouTube TV and ScreenPix Apple TV Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Big Caper worth watching?
- The Big Caper holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Big Caper?
- The Big Caper stars Rory Calhoun, Mary Costa, James Gregory, Robert H. Harris and Roxanne Arlen.
- When was The Big Caper released?
- The Big Caper was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.