The Passionate Thief (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1960, The Passionate Thief is a comedy film directed by Mario Monicelli, running about 106 minutes. “The people and passions will steal your heart away!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. On New Year's Eve, a young woman and an out-of-work actor complicate a pickpocket's plans to ply his trade.
Who’s in it. The Passionate Thief stars Anna Magnani as Gioia 'Tortorella' Fabbricotti, Totò as Umberto 'Infortunio' Pennazzuto, Ben Gazzara as Lello and Fred Clark as L'americano, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Passionate 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 Passionate Thief page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Passionate Thief tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Passionate Thief (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Passionate Thief change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Passionate Thief worth watching?
- The Passionate Thief holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Passionate Thief?
- The Passionate Thief stars Anna Magnani, Totò, Ben Gazzara, Fred Clark and Edy Vessel.
- When was The Passionate Thief released?
- The Passionate Thief was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 106 minutes.