Checkpoint
Originally released in 1956. Checkpoint is a crime/drama film. directed by Ralph Thomas. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Anthony Steel, Odile Versois, and Stanley Baker
Synopsis
Stanley Baker's O'Donovan is sent to steal the plans of a rival company's racing car designs, to ensure his employers win the competition. However, when opening a safe containing the plans, he triggers an alarm leading to a gun battle where he kills a number of people. James Robertson Justice, alarmed by the scandal surrounding the killings, orders his agent be killed surreptitiously to hide his involvement with the plot. The film uses original footage from the Mille Miglia , an Italian open-road endurance race, featuring classic period racing cars.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 25, 1956
69 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
5.3/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The Rank Organisation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Checkpoint about?
Stanley Baker's O'Donovan is sent to steal the plans of a rival company's racing car designs, to ensure his employers win the competition. However, when opening a safe containing the plans, he trig...
Who directed Checkpoint?
Checkpoint was directed by Ralph Thomas.
How long is Checkpoint?
Checkpoint has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Checkpoint released?
Checkpoint was released on December 25, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Checkpoint?
The main cast of Checkpoint includes Anthony Steel, Odile Versois, Stanley Baker, James Robertson Justice, Maurice Denham.