The Thief and the Dogs (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1962, The Thief and the Dogs is a drama and crime film directed by Kamal El Sheikh, running about 125 minutes.
What it’s about. This film, inspired by Naguib Mahfouz' The thief and the dogs, tells the story of Mahran, a thief who quickly ascends to be the head of his gang. However, his second in command conspires against Mahran to take his position and his wife. After his prison term, Mahran is thirsty for revenge. But being chased by the police and by his new enemies destines him to a tragic life in hiding.
Who’s in it. The Thief and the Dogs stars Shoukry Sarhan as Said Mahran, Shadia as Nour, Samir Sabri and Fakher Fakher, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Thief and the Dogs 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 Thief and the Dogs page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Thief and the Dogs tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Thief and the Dogs (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Thief and the Dogs change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Thief and the Dogs worth watching?
- The Thief and the Dogs holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Thief and the Dogs?
- The Thief and the Dogs stars Shoukry Sarhan, Shadia, Samir Sabri, Fakher Fakher and Salah Mansour.
- When was The Thief and the Dogs released?
- The Thief and the Dogs was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 125 minutes.