The Great Diamond Robbery
"A NEW Uproarious Role in the Career of the World's Funniest Man"
Originally released in 1954. The Great Diamond Robbery is a comedy/crime film. directed by Robert Z. Leonard. At just 70 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Red Skelton, Cara Williams, and James Whitmore
Synopsis
Ambrose C. Park, left on a park bench as an infant with an impulsive need to find his parents, is an assistant to a diamond cutter. Shyster lawyer Remlick, in a strategy to get a fabulous uncut diamond through Ambrose, arranges for Emily Drummon, Duke Fargoh and Maggie Drummon to pose as Ambrose's long-lost parents and sister. The diamond, through many comic situations, is acquired and the gang is going to have Ambrose cut the diamond, and relieve him of the two stones and his parental illusions at the same time. But Maggie, who has no taste for the deception, tips Ambrose off and a wild chase ensues. At the end, Ambrose is very happy as he can now marry his "sister."
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 29, 1954
72 years ago
Runtime
1h 10m
70 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Great Diamond Robbery about?
Ambrose C. Park, left on a park bench as an infant with an impulsive need to find his parents, is an assistant to a diamond cutter. Shyster lawyer Remlick, in a strategy to get a fabulous uncut dia...
Who directed The Great Diamond Robbery?
The Great Diamond Robbery was directed by Robert Z. Leonard.
How long is The Great Diamond Robbery?
The Great Diamond Robbery has a runtime of 1 hours and 10 minutes (70 minutes total).
When was The Great Diamond Robbery released?
The Great Diamond Robbery was released on January 29, 1954 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Great Diamond Robbery?
The main cast of The Great Diamond Robbery includes Red Skelton, Cara Williams, James Whitmore, Kurt Kasznar, Dorothy Stickney.