Never a Thief (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2025, Never a Thief is a crime film directed by Mak Ho-Pong.
What it’s about. An insurance investigator infiltrates a Pacific island relic-smuggling gang with his lock-picking skills, navigates perilous heists to help police bust the syndicate, and unravels the mystery behind his father's disappearance.
Who’s in it. Never a Thief stars Simon Yam as Don Elephant / Zhou Taiyuan, Henry Prince Mak as Zhao Ji, Clara Lee as Anma and Chin Ka-Lok as Kun Sir, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Never a 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 Never a Thief page.
If you liked it. Fans of Never a Thief tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Never a Thief (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Never a Thief change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Never a Thief worth watching?
- Never a Thief holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Never a Thief?
- Never a Thief stars Simon Yam, Henry Prince Mak, Clara Lee, Chin Ka-Lok and Ben Yuen Foo-Wah.
- When was Never a Thief released?
- Never a Thief was released in 2025.