Crooks Anonymous (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1962, Crooks Anonymous is a comedy and crime film directed by Ken Annakin, running about 88 minutes. “No one ever turned on the HEAT and HILARITY Like "Crooks Anonymous"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A former burglar trying to go straight joins a rehabilitation scheme using much the same methods as AA. Through the process, he takes work as a department store Santa, where the endless parade of goods and money, not to mention the pretty young shop hands have him like a moth to a flame in no time flat.
Who’s in it. Crooks Anonymous stars Leslie Phillips as Dandy Forsdyke, Stanley Baxter as R. S. Widdowes, Wilfrid Hyde-White as Laurence Montague and Julie Christie as Babette LaVern, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Crooks Anonymous 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 Crooks Anonymous page.
If you liked it. Fans of Crooks Anonymous tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Crooks Anonymous (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Crooks Anonymous change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Crooks Anonymous worth watching?
- Crooks Anonymous holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Crooks Anonymous?
- Crooks Anonymous stars Leslie Phillips, Stanley Baxter, Wilfrid Hyde-White, Julie Christie and James Robertson Justice.
- When was Crooks Anonymous released?
- Crooks Anonymous was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.