The Thief of Bagdad

A film that pits palace intrigue against street-smart survival in a technicolor sandbox. After a coup steals his crown and sight, a deposed prince pairs with a pickpocket to outwit a sorcerer and reclaim a glittering city. A 1940s effects reel that forgot to keep its wit.

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Michael Powell directed The Thief of Bagdad in 1940. See Michael Powell's full filmography, where to start with Michael Powell, or where to go after you've seen everything by Michael Powell.

The Thief of Bagdad was released in 1940 (EN original-language production), with a runtime of 107 minutes.