The Master Thief movie poster

The Master Thief

March 23, 1979 1h 0m 7.0/10 (3 votes)

Originally released in 1979. The Master Thief is a tv movie/family film. directed by Wolfgang Hübner. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Klaus Piontek, Dieter Franke, and Margit Bendokat

Synopsis

A master thief returns home. There he is threatened with the gallows if he fails to solve the tasks set by the count. So he has to steal the count's personal horse, the bed sheet and the wedding ring as well as the priest and the sexton.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 23, 1979 46 years ago
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Runtime 1h 0m 60 minutes total
User Rating 7.0/10 Great (3 votes)
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Language German Original language
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Country East Germany Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
DE

Production Companies

  • Fernsehen der DDR
  • DEFA-Studio für Spielfilme

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Master Thief about?

A master thief returns home. There he is threatened with the gallows if he fails to solve the tasks set by the count. So he has to steal the count's personal horse, the bed sheet and the wedding ri...

Who directed The Master Thief?

The Master Thief was directed by Wolfgang Hübner.

How long is The Master Thief?

The Master Thief has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).

When was The Master Thief released?

The Master Thief was released on March 23, 1979 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Master Thief?

The main cast of The Master Thief includes Klaus Piontek, Dieter Franke, Margit Bendokat, Erika Pelikowsky, Johannes Wieke.