The Horse Thief (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1986, The Horse Thief is a drama film directed by Tian Zhuangzhuang, running about 88 minutes.
What it’s about. Devout Buddhists, Norbu and Dolma live with their young son Tashi in a clan in Tibet. Norbu is a highwayman. After Norbu is charged with stealing from the temple, he and his family are banished. Impoverished and marginalized, they can do little when their beloved son becomes ill. Tashi dies of a fever. After a second son is born, Norbu focuses his every action on keeping this child alive, seeking re-admission to the clan for his wife and child, then risking all to save them from isolation and starvation in winter.
Who’s in it. The Horse Thief stars Rigzin Tseshang as Norbu, Jiji Dan as Dolma, Jamco Jayang as Tashi, son and Daiba as Granny, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Horse Thief has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Horse Thief page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Horse Thief tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Horse Thief (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Horse Thief change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Horse Thief worth watching?
- The Horse Thief holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Horse Thief?
- The Horse Thief stars Rigzin Tseshang, Jiji Dan, Jamco Jayang, Daiba and Drashi.
- When was The Horse Thief released?
- The Horse Thief was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.