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Buster (1988)

1988-09-16 · 1h 42m · EN
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He'll steal your heart

Buster is a small time crook who pulls a big time job. When he finds that the police will not let the case drop, he goes into hiding and can't contact his wife and child. He arranges to meet them in Mexico where he thinks they can begin again, but finds that he must choose between his family and freedom.

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Phil CollinsPhil CollinsBuster EdwardsJulie WaltersJulie WaltersJune EdwardsLarry LambLarry LambBruce ReynoldsRalph BrownRalph BrownRonny BiggsChristopher EllisonChristopher EllisonGeorgeSheila HancockSheila HancockMrs. RotheryMartin JarvisMartin JarvisInspector Jack MitchellAnthony QuayleAnthony QuayleSir James McDowellMichael ByrneMichael ByrnePoyserEllie BeavenEllie BeavenNicky EdwardsRupert VansittartRupert VansittartFaircloughSteve McFaddenSteve McFaddenGang Member

Keywords

Based on a true storyHeistRobberyMexico1960sTrainTrain robberyScotland yardBased on true story

Movie DNA

Genre affinityComedy · Crime · RomanceTheme affinityBased On A True Story · Heist · RobberyMood preferenceRomanceDialogue densityComedyEmotional intensityRomanceDirector preference448763

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Frequently asked questions about Buster

What is Buster about?

Buster is a small time crook who pulls a big time job. When he finds that the police will not let the case drop, he goes into hiding and can't contact his wife and child. He arranges to meet them in Mexico where he thinks they can begin again, but finds that he must choose between his family and freedom.

How long is Buster?

Buster has a runtime of 102 minutes.