It Takes a Thief Facts, FAQ & Common Questions
1968 · ABC · Status: Ended · Rated: NR
Frequently Asked Questions About It Takes a Thief
Direct, verified answers to the most common queries regarding episodes, renewals, watch order, and streaming availability.
How many seasons and episodes does It Takes a Thief have?
It Takes a Thief has 3 seasons and 66 total episodes, spanning from its premiere on January 9, 1968 to March 23, 1970.
Is It Takes a Thief renewed, ended, or canceled?
It Takes a Thief has concluded its run and is officially ended.
How long does it take to binge watch It Takes a Thief?
It takes 55h 0m (3300 minutes) to watch the complete run of It Takes a Thief. At a standard pace of 2 hours per day, you will finish the entire series in approximately 28 days. Not realistic for a 48-hour weekend. At 55 total hours, watching at a healthy 2 hours per day will take approximately 28 days.
What is the highest-rated episode of It Takes a Thief?
The highest-rated episode is Season 1, Episode 11 ("To Steal a Battleship"), which holds an outstanding rating of 8/10 based on 1 audience ratings.
Where can you stream or watch It Takes a Thief?
It Takes a Thief is available for streaming on Digital on-demand platforms & broadcast archives. Availability may vary by regional territory, subscription tier, and digital purchase availability.
What is the official age rating for It Takes a Thief?
It Takes a Thief has an official content rating of NR.
Who are the lead actors in It Takes a Thief?
The primary ensemble cast includes Robert Wagner as Alexander Mundy (age 96), Malachi Throne as Noah Bain (age 84 (deceased)), Edward Binns as Wallie Powers (age 74 (deceased)), Fred Astaire as Alister Mundy (age 88 (deceased)).
Ensemble Cast & Current Ages
Lead cast members, their character identities, and current ages calculated from official biographical records:
| Actor | Character | Current Age |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Wagner | Alexander Mundy | 96 |
| Malachi Throne | Noah Bain | 84 (deceased) |
| Edward Binns | Wallie Powers | 74 (deceased) |
| Fred Astaire | Alister Mundy | 88 (deceased) |
| Marco López | Security Guard (uncredited) | 91 |
| Al Bain | Club Patron (uncredited) | 84 (deceased) |
| Joseph Cotten | Mr. Jack | 88 (deceased) |
| George Murdock | Fred Devon | 81 (deceased) |
Editorial Verification & Sources
All production facts, air dates, cast credentials, and streaming metadata for It Takes a Thief are compiled from official broadcaster archives, TMDB, and Wikidata records. Last verified on September 25, 2026.