: While appearing as a standard ransom heist, Ryder’s true goal is to manipulate the stock market via put options, anticipating a massive crash triggered by the terror of the hijacking.
The Taking of Pelham 123 is a 2009 American action thriller directed by Tony Scott and scripted by Brian Helgeland. It is the third film adaptation of John Godey's 1973 novel, serving as a high-octane remake of the 1974 classic. Production Overview Director : Tony Scott. Screenplay : Brian Helgeland.
: A group led by "Ryder" (John Travolta), a former Wall Street manager, takes control of the lead car and its passengers.
: Denzel Washington, John Travolta, John Turturro, Luis Guzmán, and James Gandolfini. Budget : Estimated between $100–110 million. Box Office : Grossed approximately $150.2 million worldwide. Plot Summary
: Walter Garber (Denzel Washington), a demoted MTA dispatcher under investigation for bribery, becomes the primary contact for Ryder.
: Ryder demands $10 million in cash within 60 minutes, threatening to execute one hostage for every minute the deadline is missed.