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Bicycle Thieves (1948), directed by Vittorio De Sica, is a drama film and is available to stream on 13 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 8.2/10 and 99% on Rotten Tomatoes from 2,658 ratings, it is well-reviewed by critics and audiences alike. Released in 1948, the film is a recognisable touchstone of 1940s drama, and remains widely watched decades later.
The film stars Lamberto Maggiorani, Enzo Staiola, and Lianella Carell. At 89 minutes, it's a quick watch. Its compact length makes it a strong pick for a mid-week watch when you don't want to commit a full evening to a single film.
If you're looking to watch Bicycle Thieves online, the best option is Amazon Prime Video for subscribers, and it's also included with HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, Max, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads, so subscribers to any of those services can watch without an additional rental. Prefer not to add another subscription? You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple iTunes, and Google Play Movies. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with The Day the Earth Stood Still and M, both of which are available to stream right now.
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Frequently asked
- No — Bicycle Thieves isn't streaming on Netflix. It's currently available on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, Max, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
- Bicycle Thieves is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, Max, Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the US.
- Yes — Bicycle Thieves is currently streaming on Prime Video in the US.
- Yes — Bicycle Thieves is available to stream for free (with ads) on Kanopy, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, and it's also included with Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Criterion Channel, Max, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
- Bicycle Thieves runs 1h 29m (89 minutes total).
- IMDb 8.2/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 99%.
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