The Thief (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1952, The Thief is a thriller and crime film directed by Russell Rouse, running about 85 minutes. “NOT A WORD IS SPOKEN!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A chance accident causes a nuclear physicist, who's selling top secret material to the Russians, to fall under FBI scrutiny and go on the run.
Who’s in it. The Thief stars Ray Milland as Allan Fields, Martin Gabel as Mr. Bleek, Harry Bronson as Harris and Rita Vale as Miss Philips, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The 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 Thief page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Thief tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Thief (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Thief change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Thief worth watching?
- The Thief holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Thief?
- The Thief stars Ray Milland, Martin Gabel, Harry Bronson, Rita Vale and Rex O'Malley.
- When was The Thief released?
- The Thief was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.