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Bicycle Thieves

1948·Movie·NR·89 min·8.2(2,665)

The Prize Picture They Want to Censor!

Unemployed Antonio is elated when he finally finds work hanging posters around war-torn Rome. However on his first day, his bicycle—essential to his work—gets stolen. His job is doomed unless he can find the thief. With the help of his son, Antonio combs the city, becoming desperate for justice.

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About Bicycle Thieves

Bicycle Thieves is a 1948 Italian-language drama film directed by Vittorio De Sica. The cast is led by Lamberto Maggiorani, Enzo Staiola, Lianella Carell. It has a runtime of 1h 29m. Viewers rate it 8.2/10 across 2700 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV.

Bicycle Thieves was produced by Produzioni De Sica and made in Italy. It was released on July 21, 1948, and carries a NR certification. Made on a budget of about $0 million, it went on to gross $0 million worldwide.

Director
Vittorio De Sica
Writers
Vittorio De Sica, Gerardo Guerrieri, Oreste Biancoli
Release date
July 21, 1948
Original language
Italian
Age rating
NR
Status
Released
Country
Italy
Budget
$0 million
Box office
$0 million
Production
Produzioni De Sica
#rome, italy#italian#society#riding a bicycle#search#poster#thief#black and white#stolen bicycle#madame#unemployment#realism#neo realism#italian neo realism

Bicycle Thieves cast & crew

Bicycle Thieves was directed by Vittorio De Sica and written by Vittorio De Sica, Gerardo Guerrieri, and Oreste Biancoli.

The cast features Lamberto Maggiorani as Antonio, Enzo Staiola as Bruno, Lianella Carell as Maria, Gino Saltamerenda as Baiocco, Vittorio Antonucci as Alfredo Catelli, The Thief, and Giulio Chiari as The Beggar.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Alessandro Cicognini, cinematography is by Carlo Montuori, and it was produced by Vittorio De Sica and Giuseppe Amato.

Is Bicycle Thieves worth watching?

Bicycle Thieves holds an audience score of 8.2/10 from 2,665 ratings, ranking it among the most acclaimed drama films.

At 1h 29m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy drama, Bicycle Thieves is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Bicycle Thieves

Lamberto Maggiorani

Lamberto Maggiorani

Antonio

Enzo Staiola

Enzo Staiola

Bruno

Lianella Carell

Lianella Carell

Maria

Gino Saltamerenda

Gino Saltamerenda

Baiocco

Vittorio Antonucci

Vittorio Antonucci

Alfredo Catelli, The Thief

Giulio Chiari

Giulio Chiari

The Beggar

Elena Altieri

Elena Altieri

The Charitable Lady

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Carlo Jachino

A Beggar

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Michele Sakara

Secretary of the Charity Organization

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Emma Druetti

Eolo Capritti

Eolo Capritti

Carabiniere (uncredited)

Fausto Guerzoni

Fausto Guerzoni

Amateur Actor (uncredited)

Bicycle Thieves — FAQs

Where can I watch Bicycle Thieves in United States?

Bicycle Thieves is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel in United States.

Is Bicycle Thieves on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Bicycle Thieves is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Bicycle Thieves in?

Bicycle Thieves is originally in Italian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Bicycle Thieves?

Bicycle Thieves runs 1 hours 29 minutes (89 minutes).

What is Bicycle Thieves rated?

Bicycle Thieves is rated NR. It holds a 8.2/10 audience score from 2,665 ratings.

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