Finders Keepers 1984

Georgiana plans the heist

Georgiana Latimer teams up with her lover Josef Sirola to steal five million dollars from her father’s safe. She pretends to be a widow in mourning, keeping the plan secret as they hide the loot inside a coffin. Their scheme hinges on transporting the coffin by train to New York.

Michael's break from the derby chaos

Michael Rangeloff is fleeing the furious women's roller derby team he manages. He escapes by slipping into a U.S. Army uniform at the Oakland, California train station, where two military officials mistakenly assume he’s escorting the coffin. This disguise sets him on a crossing path with Georgiana and Sirola.

Georgiana and Sirola spot Michael

Georgiana Latimer and Josef Sirola spot Michael on the train route and decide to keep him in sight. They tail him as he becomes entangled with the coffin and the unfolding string of events. Their interest in the load connects them to his fate.

Standish Logan befriends Michael and learns the prize

On board the train, Michael befriends scatterbrained actress Standish Logan. He discovers that the coffin carries millions in cash, turning his plan into a mutual opportunity rather than a simple ruse. Standish's presence adds a new layer of risk to the group.

Reno stop and Century Milestone boards

During a stop in Reno, Michael calls Century Milestone, an experienced conman. Century boards the train disguised as a minister, entering the scheme and adding a veteran thief to the mix. The con takes on a new dimension with an additional player.

Unplanned stop to deliver the hero home

The conductor makes an unplanned stop in High River, Nebraska, to deliver the deceased hero to his hometown. This pause reshapes the destination and exposes the cast to new local settings and audiences. The stop creates an opportunity for the money to surface.

Standish travels as widow with the coffin

Michael and Century depart the train with the coffin, accompanied by Standish Logan, who plays the role of Biddlecoff's widow. The ruse helps keep the money’s location under wraps while the trio moves through a small-town setting. Standish's performance adds tension as authorities close in.

A quick funeral and grave unearthed

A quick funeral is held, and Michael and Century dig up the money from the grave. The burial acts as a cover to access the hidden cash, while Standish remains in the supporting role. The cash is now in their hands, ready for the getaway.

Sirola learns of the burial and heads to High River

Sirola, who had been forced off the train earlier, sees news of the hero's burial on television and travels to High River to retrieve the money. His arrival escalates the stakes and sets up a confrontation. The search for the loot becomes a contest between him and the trio.

Georgiana arrives in town and is arrested

Georgiana Latimer arrives in High River but is arrested by FBI agent Ormond. The authorities close in on the larger plot, threatening to derail the entire scheme. Her arrest adds political weight to the pursuit.

Sirola kidnaps Standish and takes her to a farmhouse

Sirola kidnaps Standish and takes her to an empty prefabricated farmhouse that will be moved the next day. The kidnapping raises the personal stakes for Michael and Century as they race to secure the money and Standish. The house itself becomes a temporary trap.

The moving house leads to a confrontation

The prefabricated house is towed to a new location the next day, and Michael and Century locate the moving house. They take over from the driver and confront Sirola, setting up the final standoff. The chase blends mechanical logistics with a tense showdown.

Standish rescued and the getaway

Standish is rescued, and she joins Michael and Century for a getaway with the five million dollars. The trio pushes through the remaining obstacles to escape with the prize intact. The heist reaches its climactic turning point.