The Sex Thief
“He stole their jewels. All they reported was the robbery.”
Synopsis
A struggling pulp fiction writer who doubles as an incompetent jewel thief. He gets caught in the act every time, but he uses his looks and charm to make the best of it. Soon he becomes a celebrity. Wealthy women start leaving their jewels out like milk and cookies for Santa Claus in hopes that the sex thief will unlawfully invade their domiciles.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Jennifer Westbrook
Emily Barrow
David Warbeck
Grant Henry
Gerald Taylor
Herbert Barrow
Michael Armstrong
Sergeant Plinth
Terence Edmond
Inspector Smith
Diane Keen
Judy Martin
Christopher Neil
Guy Hammond
Harvey Hall
Jacobi
Gloria Maley
Angie
Christopher Biggins
Porky Prescott
Christopher Mitchell
Wensleydale
Eric Deacon
Crabshaw
James Aubrey
1st Reporter
Dave Carter
Jeweller
Veronica Doran
Meter Attendant
Beatrice Shaw
Flower Seller
Henry Rayner
Constable
Susan Glanville
Florinda Prescott
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Martin Campbell
- Screenplay & Story
- Tudor Gates, Michael Armstrong
- Original Score
- Michael Vickers
- Original Title
- The Sex Thief
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Drumbeat, Ocarina Films, Rainbow
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Martin Campbell
Tudor Gates, Michael Armstrong
Michael Vickers
Grenville Middleton
Peter Musgrave
Michael Style, Tudor Gates
Department Leadership Roster
Tudor Gates
Writer
Martin Campbell
Director
Michael Armstrong
Writer
Peter Musgrave
Editor
Michael Style
Producer
Tudor Gates
Producer
Grenville Middleton
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NC-17: Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.
Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Movies
BD Release: 1971-1975
Movies released in 4K Blu-ray format - 1971-1975
Petes List
Films [HD]---[Sa-Sm]
70
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sex Thief
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Sex Thief about?
A struggling pulp fiction writer who doubles as an incompetent jewel thief. He gets caught in the act every time, but he uses his looks and charm to make the best of it. Soon he becomes a celebrity. Wealthy women start leaving their jewels out like milk and cookies for Santa Claus in hopes that the sex thief will unlawfully invade their domiciles.
Who directed The Sex Thief?
The Sex Thief was directed by Martin Campbell.
Who stars in The Sex Thief?
The principal cast of The Sex Thief includes Jennifer Westbrook, David Warbeck, Gerald Taylor, Michael Armstrong, Terence Edmond.
When was The Sex Thief released and how long is it?
The Sex Thief was released in 1973 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for The Sex Thief?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Sex Thief was composed by Michael Vickers.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Sex Thief?
The Sex Thief holds official age classifications: GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: NC-17 (Adults Only — No one 17 and under admitted.).