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title: "Thieves Like Us"
year: 1974
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/thieves-like-us-1974"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 31656
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Thieves Like Us (1974) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/thieves-like-us-1974

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Thieves Like Us is a film first released in 1974. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Romance.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Three fugitives launch a cross-country bank-robbing spree that ends with a risky final heist."

### Why Watch
- Engaging crime drama with a romantic subplot
- Period setting across the United States
- Adapted from Edward Anderson’s novel

### Caveats & Content Note
- Pacing may feel slow for some viewers
- Violent robbery scenes may be unsettling
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains violent robbery scenes and mature romance, making it suited for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: gritty, romantic, tense, road-trip

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the basic premise of Thieves Like Us?
It follows three escaped convicts who travel across the United States committing bank robberies while one falls in love.

### Q: Is the film based on existing material?
Yes, it is adapted from Edward Anderson’s novel of the same name.

### Q: When was Thieves Like Us released?
The movie premiered in the United States on February 11, 1974.

### Q: What genres does the film belong to?
It is classified as crime, drama, and romance.

### Q: How long is the runtime?
The film runs approximately two hours and three minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Thieves Like Us — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/31656)
- [Thieves Like Us (film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thieves_Like_Us_(film))

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*