Thieves Like Us
“Robbing 36 banks was easy. Watch what happens when they hit the 37th.”
Synopsis
Three criminals escape from prison and embark on a robbery spree across USA. Along the way, one of them falls in love while they plan a final heist before going their separate ways.
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Top Cast
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Shelley Duvall
Keechie
Keith Carradine
Bowie
John Schuck
Chicamaw
Bert Remsen
T-Dub
Louise Fletcher
Mattie
Ann Latham
Lula
Tom Skerritt
Dee Mobley
Al Scott
Capt. Stammers
John Roper
Jasbo
Mary Waits
Noel Joy
Rodney Lee
James Mattingly
Arch Hall Sr.
Alvin
Joan Tewkesbury
Lady in Train Station
Eleanor Matthews
Mrs. Stammers
Pam Warner
Woman in Accident
Suzanne Majure
Woman in Accident
Walter Cooper
Sheriff
Lloyd Jones
Sheriff
Release History & Theatrical Window
Cannes Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
February 11, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert Altman
- Screenplay & Story
- Calder Willingham, Joan Tewkesbury, Robert Altman
- Original Title
- Thieves Like Us
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 3m
- Production Studios
- Jerry Bick, George Litto Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Altman
Calder Willingham, Joan Tewkesbury, Robert Altman, Edward Anderson
Jean Boffety
Lou Lombardo
Jerry Bick, George Litto
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Altman
Director
Calder Willingham
Screenplay
Joan Tewkesbury
Screenplay
Robert Altman
Screenplay
Jerry Bick
Producer
Jean Boffety
Director of Photography
Lou Lombardo
Editor
Polly Platt
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Thieves Like Us
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Thieves Like Us about?
Three criminals escape from prison and embark on a robbery spree across USA. Along the way, one of them falls in love while they plan a final heist before going their separate ways.
Who directed Thieves Like Us?
Thieves Like Us was directed by Robert Altman.
Who stars in Thieves Like Us?
The principal cast of Thieves Like Us includes Shelley Duvall, Keith Carradine, John Schuck, Bert Remsen, Louise Fletcher.
When was Thieves Like Us released and how long is it?
Thieves Like Us was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 2h 3m.
Is Thieves Like Us based on a book or true story?
Thieves Like Us is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Edward Anderson".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Thieves Like Us?
Thieves Like Us holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).