The Happy Thieves
1961, English. Directed by George Marshall.
Rita and Rex Steal The Picture!
A suave art thief romances a wealthy duchess, only to enable him to steal a priceless painting from her collection. Complications ensue.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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The Happy Thieves is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and MGM+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- George MarshallDirector
- Rita HayworthEve Lewis
- Rex HarrisonJimmy Bourne
- Joseph WisemanJean Marie Calbert
- Alida ValliDuchess Blanca
- Grégoire AslanDr. Victor Muñoz
- Virgílio TeixeiraCayetano the Bullfighter
- Peter IllingMr. Pickett the Art Expert
- Britt EklandMrs. Pickett
- George RigaudSpanish Police Inspector
- Gérard TichyAntonio, Prado Museum Guard
Details
- Released
- 20 December 1961
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Gay
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What The Happy Thieves is based on
The Happy Thieves is based on The Oldest Confession (1958) by Richard Condon, published by Appleton-Century-Crofts.
1958
The Oldest Confession
By Richard Condon
Published by Appleton-Century-Crofts
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The Happy Thieves: quick answers
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How long is The Happy Thieves?
The Happy Thieves runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does The Happy Thieves have a post-credits scene?
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The Happy Thieves parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Happy Thieves is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Happy Thieves on?
The Happy Thieves is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, and MGM+ in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Happy Thieves?
If you liked The Happy Thieves, try Gambit, Take the Money and Run, The Hot Rock.
Who directed The Happy Thieves?
The Happy Thieves (1961) was directed by George Marshall and stars Rita Hayworth, Rex Harrison, Joseph Wiseman.
What is The Happy Thieves based on?
The Happy Thieves is based on The Oldest Confession (1958) by Richard Condon, published by Appleton-Century-Crofts.