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Bicycle Thieves

1948 · 1h 29m · Released

NR Drama

Ratings

Based on audience scores
8.2 The Movie Database
8.2 IMDb
94% Rotten Tomatoes

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.

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Top Cast & Crew

Vittorio De Sica Director
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
CJ Carlo Jachino A Beggar
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Frequently asked questions about Bicycle Thieves

Where can I watch Bicycle Thieves?

Bicycle Thieves is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, HBO Max, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, and Kanopy in the US. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

What is Bicycle Thieves about?

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.

What are the ratings for Bicycle Thieves?

Bicycle Thieves scores 8.2 on The Movie Database, 8.2 on IMDb, and 94% on Rotten Tomatoes.

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 was released in 1948.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Last updated August 2026.