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Thief

Tonight, his take home pay is $410,000... tax free.

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1981-03-27
2h 3m
English
Released
Mann/Caan Productions

About

Frank is an expert professional safecracker, specialized in high-profile diamond heists. He plans to use his ill-gotten income to retire from crime and build a nice life for himself complete with a home, wife and kids. To accelerate the process, he signs on with a top gangster for a big score.

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About Thief

Tonight, his take home pay is $410,000... tax free.

Frank is an expert professional safecracker, specialized in high-profile diamond heists. He plans to use his ill-gotten income to retire from crime and build a nice life for himself complete with a home, wife and kids. To accelerate the process, he signs on with a top gangster for a big score. Running 123 minutes.

Thief Cast and Characters

The cast features James Caan (as Frank), Tuesday Weld (as Jessie), Robert Prosky (as Leo Alderman), Willie Nelson (as David 'Okla' Bertinneau), and Jim Belushi (as Barry Stratagakis). Their performances are a major reason Thief has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching Thief

Thief flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is Thief?

Thief runs for 123 minutes (about 2.1 hours).

Is Thief good? What's the rating?

Thief holds a 7.2/10 rating based on 839 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of Thief?

The main cast includes James Caan, Tuesday Weld, Robert Prosky, and Willie Nelson, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is Thief available in English?

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When was Thief released?

Thief was released in 1981.

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Where can I watch Thief for free?

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What is Thief about?

Thief is a Crime/Thriller English-language film. Frank is an expert professional safecracker, specialized in high-profile diamond heists. He plans to use his ill-gotten income to retire from crime and build a nice life for himself complete with a home, wife and kids. To accelerate the process, he signs on with a top gangster for a big score.

When was Thief released?

Thief was released on March 27, 1981. It has a runtime of 2h 3m. The film was produced by Mann/Caan Productions.

Who stars in Thief?

Thief stars James Caan, Tuesday Weld, Robert Prosky and Willie Nelson. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is Thief available in HD?

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