

Bicycle Thieves
“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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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Video, Curzon Home Cinema |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video, MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Germany | ARD Plus, ARD Plus Apple TV channel, ARD Plus Amazon channel , Magenta TV+ | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | Molotov TV | Canal VOD, LaCinetek, ARTE Boutique |
| Spain | Movistar Plus+, Movistar Plus+ Ficción Total , FlixOlé, FlixOlé Amazon Channel | Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Belas Artes à La Carte, Oldflix | — |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, FOD Channel Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, FOD | Amazon Video |
| South Korea | Watcha | — |
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
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
Antonio

Enzo Staiola
Bruno

Lianella Carell
Maria

Gino Saltamerenda
Baiocco

Vittorio Antonucci
Alfredo Catelli, The Thief

Giulio Chiari
The Beggar

Elena Altieri
The Charitable Lady
Carlo Jachino
A Beggar
Michele Sakara
Secretary of the Charity Organization
Emma Druetti

Eolo Capritti
Carabiniere (uncredited)

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.











