When Thief Meets Thief (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1937, When Thief Meets Thief is a comedy, crime and adventure film directed by Raoul Walsh, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. A London cat burglar falls for the girlfriend of a stockbroker who used to be his partner.
Who’s in it. When Thief Meets Thief stars Douglas Fairbanks Jr. as Ricky Morgan, Valerie Hobson as Glory Fane, Alan Hale as Jim Diall 'Col. Fane' and Edward Rigby as Sanders, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, When Thief Meets Thief has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch When Thief Meets Thief page.
If you liked it. Fans of When Thief Meets Thief tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch When Thief Meets Thief (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for When Thief Meets Thief change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is When Thief Meets Thief worth watching?
- When Thief Meets Thief holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, crime and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in When Thief Meets Thief?
- When Thief Meets Thief stars Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Valerie Hobson, Alan Hale, Edward Rigby and Barbara Everest.
- When was When Thief Meets Thief released?
- When Thief Meets Thief was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.