Thief Takers (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Series · ★ 7.7

Released in 1996, Thief Takers is a crime and drama series.
What it’s about. Thief Takers was a police drama series made by Central Independent Television for the ITV network. The show depicted the work of a team in the Metropolitan Police Service's Flying Squad. Each case was a stand alone episode or sometimes spread over two episodes and continuing drama was provided by the depiction of the personal lives of the officers in the team and their families. Production comprised a pilot aired in 1995 followed by the commissioning of three series between 1996 and 1997.
Who’s in it. Thief Takers stars Robert Willox as DC Ted Donachie, Gary McDonald as DC Alan Oxford, Lynda Steadman as DS Helen Ash and Pooky Quesnel as DC Grace Harris, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, Thief Takers has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Thief Takers page.
If you liked it. Fans of Thief Takers tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Lucifer and Riverdale.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Thief Takers (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Thief Takers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Thief Takers worth watching?
- Thief Takers holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Thief Takers?
- Thief Takers stars Robert Willox, Gary McDonald, Lynda Steadman, Pooky Quesnel and Amanda Pays.
- When was Thief Takers released?
- Thief Takers was released in 1996.