
Once a Thief
1935, English. Directed by George Pearson.
Down on his luck inventor Roger (John Stuart) "borrows" some money from a handbag he finds but things go wrong when a necklace from the bag goes missing.
- Runtime
- 1h 7m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 14 June 1935
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Robert William Dargavel
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Once a Thief runs 67 minutes (1h 7m).
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Which OTT platform is Once a Thief on?
Once a Thief isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Once a Thief?
If you liked Once a Thief, try Icefall, The System, Trap House.
Who directed Once a Thief?
Once a Thief (1935) was directed by George Pearson and stars John Stuart, Derek Gorst, Frederick Culley.