The Day They Robbed the Bank of England

An Irish American recruited by Irish revolutionaries to rob the Bank of England, Norgate uses his heritage to earn trust and access restricted areas. He is calm, calculating, and able to mask his real motives behind a confident exterior. His actions drive both the plan and the personal tensions among the conspirators.

Widow of an Irish independence martyr, she recruits Norgate and keeps the operation focused on political symbolism. Iris is charismatic, determined, and willing to risk everything for her cause. Her leadership guides the team, even as personal temptations threaten the mission.

Lt. of the Guards who grows increasingly suspicious of Norgate and starts to investigate. He represents law and order, keeping a careful eye on the conspirators and the bank's inner workings. His cautious scrutiny raises the stakes for the heist.

Leader of the revolutionary group, O'Shea is pragmatic and forceful, pushing for a bold political statement. He balances ideological goals with the risks of their plan and tries to maintain cohesion within the team. He remains relentless in pursuing Ireland's independence.

A fellow revolutionary who is infatuated with Muldoon and initially skeptical of Norgate. He ultimately chooses to stay loyal to the group’s cause and participates in the theft, revealing the fragility of trust within the team.

The tosher who helps locate the sealed sewer entrance and navigate the bank’s underground routes. He is overcome by gas during the dig, but survives and emerges with a Roman relic fragment, underscoring the film’s blend of archaeology and crime.

An uncredited bank official who embodies the routine of a financial institution. His presence anchors the bank’s day-to-day operations, making the eventual breach feel more credible when the conspirators exploit it.

A conspirator within the revolutionary group who participates in the plan. He contributes to the crew’s dynamics, balancing camaraderie with the tensions of a high-stakes heist.