Movie

Bicycle Thieves

“The Prize Picture They Want to Censor!”

★ 8.2(2,661)19481h 29m

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Good to know

Director: Vittorio De Sica
Release date: 1948-07-21
Runtime: 1h 29m
Language: Italian
Box office: $450,159
Budget: $133,000
Status: Released
Country: Italy
Studio: Produzioni De Sica

Bicycle Thieves — trailer

About Bicycle Thieves

Bicycle Thieves is a 1948 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Vittorio De Sica, starring Lamberto Maggiorani, Enzo Staiola and Lianella Carell. It has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.2/10 from 2,661 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Bicycle Thieves in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Lamberto Maggiorani

Antonio

Enzo Staiola

Bruno

Lianella Carell

Maria

Gino Saltamerenda

Baiocco

Vittorio Antonucci

Alfredo Catelli, The Thief

Giulio Chiari

The Beggar

Elena Altieri

The Charitable Lady

Carlo Jachino

A Beggar

Michele Sakara

Secretary of the Charity Organization

Emma Druetti

Eolo Capritti

Carabiniere (uncredited)

Fausto Guerzoni

Amateur Actor (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

rome, italyitaliansocietyriding a bicyclesearchposterthiefblack and whitestolen bicyclemadameunemploymentrealismneo realismitalian neo realism

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Bicycle Thieves in Mexico?+

Bicycle Thieves is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Bicycle Thieves on Netflix?+

Bicycle Thieves is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is Bicycle Thieves?+

Bicycle Thieves has a runtime of 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

Who stars in Bicycle Thieves?+

Bicycle Thieves stars Lamberto Maggiorani, Enzo Staiola, Lianella Carell, Gino Saltamerenda and Vittorio Antonucci.

When did Bicycle Thieves come out?+

Bicycle Thieves is a 1948 movie directed by Vittorio De Sica.

What genre is Bicycle Thieves?+

Bicycle Thieves is Drama film.

Who directed Bicycle Thieves?+

Bicycle Thieves was directed by Vittorio De Sica.