Bicycle Thieves
1948, Italian. Directed by Vittorio De Sica.
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Unemployed Antonio is elated when he finally finds work hanging posters around war-torn Rome. However on his first day, his bicycle—essential to his work—gets stolen. His job is doomed unless he can find the thief. With the help of his son, Antonio combs the city, becoming desperate for justice.
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Italian
- Rated
- NR
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Bicycle Thieves is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and HBO Max in India.
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Cast & crew
- Vittorio De SicaDirector
- Lamberto MaggioraniAntonio
- Enzo StaiolaBruno
- Lianella CarellMaria
- Gino SaltamerendaBaiocco
- Vittorio AntonucciAlfredo Catelli, The Thief
- Giulio ChiariThe Beggar
- Elena AltieriThe Charitable Lady
- Carlo JachinoA Beggar
- Michele SakaraSecretary of the Charity Organization
- Emma DruettiCast
- Eolo CaprittiCarabiniere (uncredited)
- Fausto GuerzoniAmateur Actor (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 21 July 1948
- Original title
- Ladri di biciclette
- Country
- Italy
- Written by
- Cesare Zavattini, Oreste Biancoli, Suso Cecchi d'Amico
- Budget
- $133K
- Box office
- $450K
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Bicycle Thieves: quick answers
Is Bicycle Thieves worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.2/10 from 2,800 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Bicycle Thieves?
Bicycle Thieves runs 89 minutes (1h 29m).
Does Bicycle Thieves have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Bicycle Thieves. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Bicycle Thieves parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Bicycle Thieves is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Bicycle Thieves on?
Bicycle Thieves is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and HBO Max in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Bicycle Thieves?
If you liked Bicycle Thieves, try The Children's Train, Rome, Open City, Obsession.
Who directed Bicycle Thieves?
Bicycle Thieves (1948) was directed by Vittorio De Sica and stars Lamberto Maggiorani, Enzo Staiola, Lianella Carell.