The Italian Jobber's Handbook

Released more than fifty years ago, the film The Italian Job remains one of the best-loved comedy capers of all time. Troy Kennedy Martin’s script is brought to life by well-known actors including Sir Michael Caine, Benny Hill and Sir Noël Coward in a plot to steal $4 million of gold bullion from an armoured convoy passing through the busy streets of Turin. Escaping using a trio of classic Mini Coopers, the film closes with a dilemma: after the gang’s getaway coach slides on a mountainside road, coming to rest over a cliff edge, just how do they save themselves and the gold?

The Italian-Jobbers’ Handbook takes a look back at this classic adventure, revisiting many of the filming locations in London, Dublin and Turin, and telling the story of how the daring heist unfolds. For those looking to revisit the iconic locations for themselves, many of which are clearly identifiable to this day, helpful map and website links are provided. Whether you remember the 1969 release, or you are a more recent fan, this illustrated handbook provides a wealth of intriguing facts and anecdotes.