Characters & Themes
Robbery Under Arms (1985) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 1985 · 141 mins · English
- Directed by
- Donald Crombie, Ken Hannam
- Starring
- Sam Neill, Peter Davies, Barbara West, Tony Roberts, Paul Brennan, Robert Grubb
The fourth adaptation and first television version of Rolf Boldrewood’s classic Australian bushranger novel Robbery Under Arms, this production was created by the South Australian Film Corporation amid the 1980s mini‑series boom. Filmed in the dramatic scenery of the Flinders Ranges, it features Sam Neill portraying the legendary outlaw Captain Starlight.
On this page (3)
Where to watch
Where to Watch Robbery Under Arms (1985)
Where can you watch Robbery Under Arms? Stream, rent or buy it in the US, including on Kanopy: current JustWatch availability with up-to-date prices.
Streaming availability powered by
Characters, themes & setting
Robbery Under Arms (1985) Characters & Themes Coming Soon
The character, theme and setting guide of Robbery Under Arms (1985) is not written yet. Request it to move it up the list, or read the full plot summary in the meantime.
If you liked this
Movies Like Robbery Under Arms
Similar movies to Robbery Under Arms: the same genre, themes or kind of story. Each one comes with its own plot summary, timeline and ending explained.
Every angle
Robbery Under Arms (1985) Explained: Plot, Timeline & Characters
Everything about Robbery Under Arms in one place: what happens in the plot summary, the timeline in chronological order, the characters and meaning. What's After the Movie adds the cast, box office and post-credit scenes.
- Robbery Under Arms Plot Summary What happens, from the first scene to the last, every twist included.
- Robbery Under Arms Timeline Every key event in chronological order, ideal for flashbacks and time jumps.
- Robbery Under Arms on What's After the Movie Cast and crew, box office, post-credit scenes and more.
Coming soon on iOS and Android
The Plot Explained Movie Summary App
Plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Catch up on any movie in minutes, save your favorites and never miss a twist again.
Be the first to know when we launch. Your email stays private, always.
Learn more about the app