Pickpocket
“To reach you at last, what a strange path I had to take.”
Michel takes up pickpocketing on a lark and is arrested soon after. His mother dies shortly after his release, and despite the objections of his only friend, Jacques, and his mother's neighbor Jeanne, Michel teams up with a couple of petty thieves in order to improve his craft. With a police inspector keeping an eye on him, Michel also tries to get a straight job, but the temptation to steal is hard to resist.
Where to watch Pickpocket in United States
Criterion Channel
Amazon Video
Apple TV Store
Fandango At HomeClick a service to open Pickpocket there. Availability last verified on June 20, 2026.
Where is Pickpocket streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Criterion Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| United Kingdom | BFI Player, BFI Player Amazon Channel, BFI Player Apple TV Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Canada | Criterion Channel | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | — | LaCinetek |
| France | Molotov TV | Canal VOD, LaCinetek |
| Brazil | Telecine Amazon Channel | — |
About Pickpocket
Pickpocket is a 1959 French-language crime and drama film directed by Robert Bresson. The cast is led by Martin LaSalle, Marika Green, Jean Pélégri. It has a runtime of 1h 15m. Viewers rate it 7.3/10 across 600 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.
Pickpocket was produced by Lux Compagnie Cinématographique de France and made in France. It was released on December 16, 1959, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Robert Bresson
- Writers
- Robert Bresson
- Release date
- December 16, 1959
- Original language
- French
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- France
- Production
- Lux Compagnie Cinématographique de France
Pickpocket cast & crew
Pickpocket was directed by Robert Bresson and written by Robert Bresson.
The cast features Martin LaSalle as Michel, Marika Green as Jeanne, Jean Pélégri as Lead Inspector, Dolly Scal as The Mother, Pierre Leymarie as Jacques, and Kassagi as 1st Accomplice.
Behind the camera, cinematography is by Léonce-Henri Burel and it was produced by Agnès Delahaie.
Is Pickpocket worth watching?
Pickpocket holds an audience score of 7.3/10 from 567 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed crime films.
At 1h 15m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy crime and drama, Pickpocket is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Pickpocket
In United States, you can stream Pickpocket on Criterion Channel, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
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Cast of Pickpocket
Martin LaSalle
Michel
Marika Green
Jeanne
Jean Pélégri
Lead Inspector
Dolly Scal
The Mother
Pierre Leymarie
Jacques
Kassagi
1st Accomplice
Pierre Étaix
2nd Accomplice
César Gattegno
Inspector
Sophie Saint-Just
(uncredited)
Dominique Zardi
Subway Passenger (uncredited)
Pickpocket — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Pickpocket in United States?
Pickpocket is streaming on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸Is Pickpocket on Criterion Channel?
Yes — Pickpocket is currently available on Criterion Channel in United States.
▸What language is Pickpocket in?
Pickpocket is originally in French. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Pickpocket?
Pickpocket runs 1 hours 15 minutes (75 minutes).
▸What is Pickpocket rated?
Pickpocket is rated NR. It holds a 7.3/10 audience score from 567 ratings.
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