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The Robber (1998): cast, story & where to watch

1998 · Film · ★ 10

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Released in 1998, The Robber is a notable film directed by Michael Mayer, running about 12 minutes. “Locked in an apartment. The police are on their way. What's a robber to do?” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. a robber inadvertently affects the life of a stranger, who in turn inadvertently affects his own life.

Who’s in it. The Robber stars Anne Marie Howard as The Woman, Robert Kerbeck as The Robber, Wayne Duvall as The Policeman and Richard Jenik as Cop, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Robber sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Robber page.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Robber (1998)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Robber change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Robber worth watching?
The Robber holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in The Robber?
The Robber stars Anne Marie Howard, Robert Kerbeck, Wayne Duvall, Richard Jenik and Robert Wilner.
When was The Robber released?
The Robber was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 12 minutes.