To Catch a Thief
Originally released in 1958. To Catch a Thief is a drama/crime film. directed by Man Chan.
Starring Michael Lai Siu-Tin, Patrick Tse Yin, and Nam Hung
Synopsis
Young shoeshine boy Shing is a mischievous yet kind-hearted child. When he notices that his neighbour, the unemployed Fung, is struggling to make ends meet with a pregnant wife about to give birth, he secretly delivers food to help them. Out of desperation, Fung takes a risk and attempts to steal from their neighbour, dancer Lily, only to stumble upon a crime scene—Lily has just been murdered by the ruthless villain Robert. Fung immediately becomes the primary suspect of the case. Having witnessed everything, Shing reports the truth to the police inspector, but is ignored due to his reputation for lying. Fung flees to the outskirts of the city, where Shing continues to provide him with food in secret. Wracked by guilt and fear, Robert, seeks to silence both Shing and Fung for good, but fortunately, Shing’s quick thinking allows them to escape. His actions raise suspicion from the inspector, leading to a tense battle of wits and strength between Shing, Fung, Robert, and the police.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- CN
Production Companies
- Kong Ngee
Frequently Asked Questions
What is To Catch a Thief about?
Young shoeshine boy Shing is a mischievous yet kind-hearted child. When he notices that his neighbour, the unemployed Fung, is struggling to make ends meet with a pregnant wife about to give birth,...
Who directed To Catch a Thief?
To Catch a Thief was directed by Man Chan.
How long is To Catch a Thief?
To Catch a Thief has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was To Catch a Thief released?
To Catch a Thief was released on August 28, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in To Catch a Thief?
The main cast of To Catch a Thief includes Michael Lai Siu-Tin, Patrick Tse Yin, Nam Hung, Keung Chung-Ping, Leung Suk-Hing.