Pickup on South Street
In New York City, an insolent pickpocket, Skip McCoy, inadvertently sets off a chain of events when he targets ex-prostitute Candy and steals her wallet. Unaware that she has been making deliveries of highly classified information to the communists, Candy, who has been trailed by FBI agents for months in hopes of nabbing the spy ringleader, is sent by her ex-boyfriend, Joey, to find Skip and retrieve the valuable microfilm he now holds.
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Where can I watch Pickup on South Street in the United States?
Pickup on South Street is available to stream on FlixFling, Plex, Mometu, and Tubi TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on FlixFling. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Pickup on South Street for free?
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What are the ratings for Pickup on South Street?
Pickup on South Street scores 7.4 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Pickup on South Street?
Pickup on South Street stars Richard Widmark, Jean Peters, Thelma Ritter, Murvyn Vye, and Richard Kiley. Samuel Fuller is the director.
How long is Pickup on South Street?
Pickup on South Street runs 1h 20m (80 minutes).
When did Pickup on South Street come out?
Pickup on South Street was released on May 27, 1953.
Which studio made Pickup on South Street?
Pickup on South Street was produced by 20th Century Fox in the United States.
What was the budget for Pickup on South Street?
Pickup on South Street was made on a budget of $780,000.
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