Der Dieb und die Blonde (1945): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming

Released in 1945, Der Dieb und die Blonde is a komödie film directed by George Marshall, running about 76 minutes. “Watch your wallet! Hold on to your girl! There's a daffy raddles on the loose!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Ogden Spencer Trulow III is a wealthy kleptomaniac who turned to stealing when he was spurned by a girl. His psychoanalyst advises him to find another girl for a cure. He fastens his interest upon Sally Martin, who happens to be engaged upon helping some crooks steal a valuable necklace. Complications include two scantily attired individuals, one of them drunk, clinging to the cornice of a skyscraper and a large band of crooks in quest of the precious jewels.

Who’s in it. Der Dieb und die Blonde stars Eddie Bracken as Ogden Spencer Trulow III, Veronica Lake as Sally Martin, Albert Dekker as Police Inspector Callahan and Frank Fenton as Mr. Phillips, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Der Dieb und die Blonde has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Der Dieb und die Blonde page.

If you liked it. Fans of Der Dieb und die Blonde tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Das Leben ist schön and Fight Club.