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Thieves Like Us

1974·Movie·123 min·6.5(90)

Robbing 36 banks was easy. Watch what happens when they hit the 37th.

Three criminals escape from prison and embark on a robbery spree across USA. Along the way, one of them falls in love while they plan a final heist before going their separate ways.

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About Thieves Like Us

Thieves Like Us is a 1974 English-language crime, drama and romance film directed by Robert Altman. The cast is led by Shelley Duvall, Keith Carradine, John Schuck. It has a runtime of 2h 3m. Viewers rate it 6.5/10 across 100 ratings.

Thieves Like Us was produced by Jerry Bick and George Litto Productions and made in United States of America. It was released on February 11, 1974.

Director
Robert Altman
Writers
Robert Altman, Joan Tewkesbury, Calder Willingham
Release date
February 11, 1974
Original language
English
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Production
Jerry Bick, George Litto Productions
#based on novel or book#mississippi river#escaped convict#chain gang#on the run#bank robbery#depression era#1930s

Thieves Like Us cast & crew

Thieves Like Us was directed by Robert Altman and written by Robert Altman, Joan Tewkesbury, and Calder Willingham.

The cast features Shelley Duvall as Keechie, Keith Carradine as Bowie, John Schuck as Chicamaw, Bert Remsen as T-Dub, Louise Fletcher as Mattie, and Ann Latham as Lula.

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Jean Boffety and it was produced by George Litto and Jerry Bick.

Is Thieves Like Us worth watching?

Thieves Like Us holds an audience score of 6.5/10 from 90 ratings, a solidly received crime films.

At 2h 3m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy crime, drama, and romance, Thieves Like Us is worth a place on your watchlist.

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Cast of Thieves Like Us

Shelley Duvall

Shelley Duvall

Keechie

Keith Carradine

Keith Carradine

Bowie

John Schuck

John Schuck

Chicamaw

Bert Remsen

Bert Remsen

T-Dub

Louise Fletcher

Louise Fletcher

Mattie

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Ann Latham

Lula

Tom Skerritt

Tom Skerritt

Dee Mobley

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Al Scott

Capt. Stammers

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John Roper

Jasbo

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Mary Waits

Noel Joy

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Rodney Lee

James Mattingly

Arch Hall Sr.

Arch Hall Sr.

Alvin

Thieves Like Us — FAQs

Where can I watch Thieves Like Us in United States?

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What language is Thieves Like Us in?

Thieves Like Us is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Thieves Like Us?

Thieves Like Us runs 2 hours 3 minutes (123 minutes).

What is Thieves Like Us rated?

It holds a 6.5/10 audience score from 90 ratings.

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