No Deposit, No Return
No Deposit, No Return

Movie spotlight

No Deposit, No Return

1976
Movie
112 min
English

Two rich children devise a way to escape their grandfather and visit their mother. Unfortunately for two hapless safe crackers, they become part of the plan.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Jonathan KaplanGenres: Comedy, Crime, Family

Plot Summary

A notorious con artist, recently released from prison, tries to go straight but is blackmailed into one last elaborate heist. He must steal a valuable diamond necklace from a wealthy socialite, a task made more complicated by her precocious young son who takes an immediate liking to him. The plan unravels with a series of comedic mishaps and unexpected twists.

Critical Reception

No Deposit, No Return was a lighthearted family comedy that received a mixed to positive reception. It was praised for its comedic performances and relatively harmless caper plot, making it a suitable choice for family viewing, though some critics found the plot predictable and the humor occasionally reliant on slapstick.

What Reviewers Say

  • Enjoyable for its lighthearted, comedic caper.

  • Features solid comedic performances from its cast.

  • A predictable but family-friendly crime story.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be a fun and entertaining diversion, with many appreciating the comedic elements and the performances of the main cast, particularly Adam Rich. It's often cited as a nostalgic watch from the 1970s family movie landscape.

Fun Fact

The film marked one of Adam Rich's earliest significant roles, establishing his early career in family-oriented entertainment before his later success on the television show 'Eight Is Enough'.

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r96sk

r96sk

It undoubtedly runs for too long, but <em>'No Deposit, No Return'</em> still satisfied me. It has a similar vibe to it as <em>'Candleshoe'</em>, which Disney released roughly twelve months after this. The plots are different, but there a...