The Thief Lord (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 2006, The Thief Lord is an adventure and science fiction film directed by Richard Claus, running about 98 minutes. “Magic is just around the corner.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A tale about two young boys, Prosper and Bo, who flee to Venice after being orphaned and dumped in the care of a cruel auntie. Hiding in the canals and alleyways of the city, the boys are befriended by a gang of young urchins and their enigmatic leader, the Thief Lord. From their home base of an old cinema theater, the children steal from the rich to support themselves and soon capture the interest of a bumbling detective. However, a greater threat to the children is something from a forgotten past - a beautiful magical treasure with the power to spin time itself
Who’s in it. The Thief Lord stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson as Prosper, Jasper Harris as Bo, Rollo Weeks as Scipio and Alice Connor as Hornet, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Thief Lord 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 Lord page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Thief Lord tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Thief Lord (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Thief Lord change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Thief Lord worth watching?
- The Thief Lord holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Thief Lord?
- The Thief Lord stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Jasper Harris, Rollo Weeks, Alice Connor and George MacKay.
- When was The Thief Lord released?
- The Thief Lord was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.