The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974 ) CED RCA SelectaVision TESTED WORKING

The Taking of Pelham One Two Three (1974 ) CED RCA SelectaVision TESTED WORKING

"The Taking of Pelham One Two Three" is a 1974 thriller directed by Joseph Sargent, based on the novel by John Godey. The film follows the hijacking of a New York City subway train by a group of criminals, led by a character named Mr. Blue, who demand a ransom for the hostages. With tense direction, sharp dialogue, and a memorable performance by Walter Matthau as a no-nonsense transit police lieutenant, the film became a classic of the crime genre, known for its realistic portrayal of urban crime and the cat-and-mouse chase between the hijackers and law enforcement.

RCA's SelectaVision CED (Capacitance Electronic Disc) was an innovative home video format introduced in the late 1970s, featuring vinyl-like discs that provided a unique way to enjoy movies at home.