Plunkett & Macleane
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Will Plunkett and Captain James Macleane, two men from different ends of the social spectrum in 18th-century England, enter a gentlemen's agreement: They decide to rid the aristocrats of their belongings. With Plunkett's criminal know-how and Macleane's social connections, they team up to be soon known as "The Gentlemen Highwaymen". But when one day these gentlemen hold up Lord Chief Justice Gibson's coach, Macleane instantly falls in love with his beautiful and cunning niece, Lady Rebecca Gibson. Unfortunately, Thief Taker General Chance, who also is quite fond of Rebecca, is getting closer and closer to getting both.
Plunkett & Macleane is a 1999 action-comedy-drama about two unlikely partners—a criminal and a nobleman—who become notorious highwaymen in 18th-century England. The film follows their gentlemen's agreement to rob the aristocracy, complicated by a forbidden romance and a ruthless pursuer. This stylish period caper blends action, humor, and social satire.
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Wide release in United States · Rated R
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Jonny Lee MillerCaptain James Macleane
Robert CarlyleWill Plunkett
Liv TylerLady Rebecca Gibson
Ken StottThief Taker General Chance
Michael GambonLord Gibson
Alan CummingLord Rochester
Alexander ArmstrongWinterburn
Ben MillerDixon
Tommy FlanaganEddie
Iain RobertsonRob
David WalliamsViscount Bilston
Matt LucasSir Oswald
Noel FieldingBrothel Gent
Claire RushbrookLady Estelle Darcy
Terence RigbyHarrison
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When was Plunkett & Macleane released?
The film was released on January 22, 1999.
What is the plot about?
Will Plunkett, a criminal, and Captain James Macleane, a nobleman, team up to rob wealthy aristocrats as "The Gentlemen Highwaymen." Their partnership is tested when Macleane falls for Lady Rebecca Gibson, niece of their latest target, while a dangerous Thief Taker closes in on them.
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Plunkett & Macleane was released theatrically in 1999 and is available through various digital rental and purchase platforms, though specific streaming service availability varies by region and time.
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