The Painter and the Thief
2020, Norwegian. Directed by Benjamin Ree.
When two of artist Barbora Kysilkova’s most valuable paintings are stolen from a gallery at Frogner in Oslo, the police are able to find the thief after a few days, but the paintings are nowhere to be found. Barbora goes to the trial in hopes of finding clues, but instead she ends up asking the thief if she can paint a portrait of him. This will be the start of a very unusual friendship. Over three years, the cinematic documentary follows the incredible story of the artist looking for her stolen paintings, while at the same time turning the thief into art.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Norwegian
- Rated
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- Released
- 5 September 2020
- Original title
- Kunstneren og tyven
- Country
- Norway, United States of America
- Written by
- Benjamin Ree
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The Painter and the Thief: quick answers
Is The Painter and the Thief worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.3/10 from 71 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Painter and the Thief?
The Painter and the Thief runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does The Painter and the Thief have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Painter and the Thief. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Painter and the Thief parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Painter and the Thief yet.
Which OTT platform is The Painter and the Thief on?
The Painter and the Thief isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Painter and the Thief?
If you liked The Painter and the Thief, try Night Will Fall, Matangi / Maya / M.I.A., Room 237.
Who directed The Painter and the Thief?
The Painter and the Thief (2020) was directed by Benjamin Ree and stars Barbora Kysilkova, Karl-Bertil Nordland, Øystein Stene.