I Was a Shoplifter
1950, English. Directed by Charles Lamont.
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In 1950s California, the police force tries to infiltrate and neutralize a shoplifting crime ring operating in major department stores.
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Charles LamontDirector
- Scott BradyJeff Andrews
- Mona FreemanFaye Burton
- Andrea KingIna Perdue
- Tony CurtisPepe
- Charles DrakeHerb Klaxon
- Gregg MartellThe Champ
- Larry KeatingHarry Dunson
- Robert GistBarkie Neff
- Michael RaffettoSheriff Bascom
- Rock HudsonSi Swanson - Store Detective
- Nestor PaivaDeputy Sheriff Gomez
- Paul FierroPedro - Mechanic
Details
- Released
- 13 May 1950
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Irwin Gielgud
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I Was a Shoplifter: quick answers
Is I Was a Shoplifter worth watching?
I Was a Shoplifter doesn’t have enough ratings for a verdict yet.
How long is I Was a Shoplifter?
I Was a Shoplifter runs 74 minutes (1h 14m).
Does I Was a Shoplifter have a post-credits scene?
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I Was a Shoplifter parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
I Was a Shoplifter is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is I Was a Shoplifter on?
I Was a Shoplifter isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like I Was a Shoplifter?
If you liked I Was a Shoplifter, try 5 Against the House, Each Dawn I Die, They Made Me a Fugitive.
Who directed I Was a Shoplifter?
I Was a Shoplifter (1950) was directed by Charles Lamont and stars Scott Brady, Mona Freeman, Andrea King.