Thief (1981)
Thief is a 1981 crime movie directed by Michael Mann, with a running time of 2h 3m. It stars James Caan, Tuesday Weld and Robert Prosky.
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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What is Thief 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.
When was Thief released?
Thief was released on 27 March 1981.
How long is Thief?
Thief runs 2h 3m.
Who made Thief?
Thief was directed by Michael Mann.
Where can I watch Thief?
Thief is available on Fawesome, The Roku Channel, Tubi TV, YouTube Free, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
Where to watch Thief
Watch free: Fawesome
Watch free with ads: The Roku Channel, Tubi TV, YouTube Free
Rent: Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home
Cast
- James Caan as Frank
- Tuesday Weld as Jessie
- Robert Prosky as Leo Alderman
- Willie Nelson as David 'Okla' Bertinneau
- Jim Belushi as Barry Stratagakis
- Tom Signorelli as Vincent Attaglia
- Dennis Farina as Carl
- Nick Nickeas as Nick
- W.R. Brown as Mitch Kanoff
- Norm Tobin as Guido
- John Santucci as Sgt. Urizzi
- Gavin MacFadyen as Det. Boreksco
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