The Hot Rock 1972 ‧ Comedy/Crime ‧ 1h 45m

A man and his brother-in-law plan to steal a priceless diamond from the Brooklyn Museum. Helped by an expert getaway man and an explosives wizard, the daring duo steal the gem with a little assistance from bombs, a faked car crash and a little dressing up as uniformed guards and doctors. However, almost as soon as they get their hands on the loot and prepare to transfer it to an African diplomat, they lose it.
Release date: January 26, 1972 (USA)
Director: Peter Yates
Screenplay: William Goldman
Story by: Donald E. Westlake
Running time: 1h 45m
Distributed by: 20th Century Studios