Thieves' Highway
1949, English. Directed by Jules Dassin.
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Nick Garcos comes back from his tour of duty in World War II planning to settle down with his girlfriend, Polly Faber. He learns, however, that his father was recently beaten and burglarized by mob-connected trucker Mike Figlia, and Nick resolves to get even. He partners with prostitute Rica, and together they go after Mike, all the while getting pulled further into the local crime underworld.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Cast & crew
- Jules DassinDirector
- Richard ConteNick Garcos
- Valentina CorteseRica
- Lee J. CobbMike Figlia
- Barbara LawrencePolly Faber
- Jack OakieSlob
- Millard MitchellEd Kinney
- Joseph PevneyPete
- Morris CarnovskyYanko Garcos
- Tamara ShayneParthena Garcos
- Kasia OrzazewskiMrs. Polansky
- Norbert SchillerMr. Polansky
- Hope EmersonMidge
Details
- Released
- 20 September 1949
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- A.I. Bezzerides
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Thieves' Highway: quick answers
Is Thieves' Highway worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 119 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Thieves' Highway?
Thieves' Highway runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Thieves' Highway have a post-credits scene?
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Thieves' Highway parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Thieves' Highway on?
Thieves' Highway isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 20 September 1949. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Thieves' Highway?
If you liked Thieves' Highway, try Killer's Kiss, Night and the City, The Parts You Lose.
Who directed Thieves' Highway?
Thieves' Highway (1949) was directed by Jules Dassin and stars Richard Conte, Valentina Cortese, Lee J. Cobb.