
To Catch a Thief
dir. Alfred Hitchcock
78
8 sourcesSynopsis
When a string of jewel robberies hits the French Riviera, suspicion falls on retired thief John “The Cat” Robie. To clear his name, he sets out to trap the copycat himself—entangling a wealthy widow and her beguiling daughter in a seductive game of pursuit, deception, and desire.
Critics consensus
It may occasionally be guilty of coasting on pure charm, but To Catch a Thief has it in spades -- as well as a pair of perfectly matched stars in Cary Grant and Grace Kelly.
What resonated with audiences
'To Catch a Thief' is celebrated for its cinematography, vibrant colors, and picturesque French Riviera locations. Cary Grant and Grace Kelly's chemistry and performances are highly praised. However, some find the plot less engaging and the suspense lacking compared to other Hitchcock films. The lighter tone and romantic elements receive mixed opinions, while the beautiful costumes and set designs are standout features.

Directed byAlfred Hitchcock
StarringCary Grant, Grace Kelly, Jessie Royce Landis, John Williams, Charles Vanel, Brigitte Auber
Written byJohn Michael Hayes
CinematographyRobert Burks
EditingGeorge Tomasini
MusicLyn Murray
To Catch a Thief
1955 · PG · 1h 46m
Mystery, Romance, Thriller
When a string of jewel robberies hits the French Riviera, suspicion falls on retired thief John “The Cat” Robie. To clear his name, he sets out to trap the copycat himself—entangling a wealthy widow and her beguiling daughter in a seductive game of pursuit, deception, and desire.
Our Verdict
78
What resonated with audiences
'To Catch a Thief' is celebrated for its cinematography, vibrant colors, and picturesque French Riviera locations. Cary Grant and Grace Kelly's chemistry and performances are highly praised. However, some find the plot less engaging and the suspense lacking compared to other Hitchcock films. The lighter tone and romantic elements receive mixed opinions, while the beautiful costumes and set designs are standout features.
Critics Consensus
It may occasionally be guilty of coasting on pure charm, but To Catch a Thief has it in spades -- as well as a pair of perfectly matched stars in Cary Grant and Grace Kelly.
