The Alpha Caper (1973): cast, story & where to watch
1973 · Film
Released in 1973, The Alpha Caper is a thriller, drama, crime and tv movie film directed by Robert Michael Lewis, running about 75 minutes. “The Great Gold Grab!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A parole officer forced into retirement gets together three ex-convicts to pull off a $30-million armored car robbery.
Who’s in it. The Alpha Caper stars Henry Fonda as Mark Forbes, Leonard Nimoy as Mitch, James McEachin as Scat and Elena Verdugo as Hilda, among others.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Alpha Caper page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Alpha Caper tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Alpha Caper (1973)?
- In US, The Alpha Caper is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in The Alpha Caper?
- The Alpha Caper stars Henry Fonda, Leonard Nimoy, James McEachin, Elena Verdugo and John Marley.
- When was The Alpha Caper released?
- The Alpha Caper was released in 1973, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.