Thieves' Highway
"You Need a Friend, Strong Man, - And I'm Friendly!"
Originally released in 1949. Thieves' Highway is a drama/crime film. directed by Jules Dassin.
Starring Richard Conte, Valentina Cortese, and Lee J. Cobb
Synopsis
Nick Garcos comes back from his tour of duty in World War II planning to settle down with his girlfriend, Polly Faber. He learns, however, that his father was recently beaten and burglarized by mob-connected trucker Mike Figlia, and Nick resolves to get even. He partners with prostitute Rica, and together they go after Mike, all the while getting pulled further into the local crime underworld.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 20, 1949
76 years ago
Runtime
1h 34m
94 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (109 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thieves' Highway about?
Nick Garcos comes back from his tour of duty in World War II planning to settle down with his girlfriend, Polly Faber. He learns, however, that his father was recently beaten and burglarized by mob...
Who directed Thieves' Highway?
Thieves' Highway was directed by Jules Dassin.
How long is Thieves' Highway?
Thieves' Highway has a runtime of 1 hours and 34 minutes (94 minutes total).
When was Thieves' Highway released?
Thieves' Highway was released on September 20, 1949 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Thieves' Highway?
The main cast of Thieves' Highway includes Richard Conte, Valentina Cortese, Lee J. Cobb, Barbara Lawrence, Jack Oakie.
Is Thieves' Highway worth watching?
Thieves' Highway has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 109 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.