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The Thief and the Dogs (1962)

Original title: اللص والكلاب

1962-11-12 · 2h 5m · AR
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This film, inspired by Naguib Mahfouz' The thief and the dogs, tells the story of Mahran, a thief who quickly ascends to be the head of his gang. However, his second in command conspires against Mahran to take his position and his wife. After his prison term, Mahran is thirsty for revenge. But being chased by the police and by his new enemies destines him to a tragic life in hiding.

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Naguib MahfouzWriterKamal El SheikhDirector, WriterSabry EzzatWriter

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Shoukry SarhanShoukry SarhanSaid MahranShadiaShadiaNourSamir SabriSamir SabriFakher FakherFakher FakherSalah MansourSalah MansourKamal Al-ShenawyKamal Al-Shenawy

Keywords

RobberyGang of thieves

Movie DNA

Genre affinityDrama · CrimeTheme affinityRobbery · Gang Of ThievesDialogue densityDramaDirector preference601363Actor preference597704 · 494558 · 601361Country preferenceEg

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Frequently asked questions about The Thief and the Dogs

What is The Thief and the Dogs about?

This film, inspired by Naguib Mahfouz' The thief and the dogs, tells the story of Mahran, a thief who quickly ascends to be the head of his gang. However, his second in command conspires against Mahran to take his position and his wife. After his prison term, Mahran is thirsty for revenge. But being chased by the police and by his new enemies destines him to a tragic life in hiding.

How long is The Thief and the Dogs?

The Thief and the Dogs has a runtime of 125 minutes.