# Where to watch Thief (1981) in the UK

> Thief (1981) is currently available to stream in the UK on Amazon Prime Video, MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store or bought from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Last verified on 3 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.

**Type:** Film  
**Year:** 1981  
**Runtime:** 123 minutes  
**TMDB rating:** 7.2/10  
**Genres:** Crime, Thriller, Drama  
**Region:** United Kingdom (GB)  
**Last verified:** 3 May 2026 (2026-05-03T15:02:49.589Z)  

## Synopsis

Frank is an expert professional safecracker, specialized in high-profile diamond heists. He plans to use his ill-gotten income to retire from crime and build a nice life for himself complete with a home, wife and kids. To accelerate the process, he signs on with a top gangster for a big score.

## Streaming options in the United Kingdom

### Stream (subscription)

- [Amazon Prime Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Thief&i=instant-video)
- [MUBI](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/11524-thief/watch?locale=GB)
- [MUBI Amazon Channel](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Thief&i=instant-video)
- [Amazon Prime Video with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Thief&i=instant-video)

### Free (with ads or TV licence)

- [Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Thief&i=instant-video)

### Rent (typically 24-48 hours)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Thief)

### Buy (digital download)

- [Apple TV Store](https://tv.apple.com/gb/search?term=Thief)
- [Amazon Video](https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=Thief&i=instant-video)

## Frequently asked questions

**Where can I stream Thief in the UK?**

Thief (1981) is currently included in subscriptions to Amazon Prime Video, MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in the United Kingdom. Sign-in is required to play. Streaming licences change occasionally — ScreenSearch refreshes its data daily.

**How much does it cost to rent Thief?**

Rental prices vary by service and tier (HD vs 4K), typically £3.49 to £5.99 in the UK for a 48-hour rental. ScreenSearch links you straight to Apple TV Store so you can check the current price.

**Can I buy a digital copy of Thief?**

Yes. Thief can be bought as a digital download from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video in the UK. A purchased digital copy lives in that storefront's library and stays available as long as the licence holds.

**Is Thief on Netflix, Disney+ or Amazon Prime Video in the UK?**

Thief is currently included with: Amazon Prime Video, MUBI, MUBI Amazon Channel, and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

**How accurate is this film's availability data?**

Availability is sourced from The Movie Database (TMDB), which in turn pulls from JustWatch. Listings are refreshed daily. For purchase decisions, the provider's own site is the source of truth.

## Sources

- Streaming availability: The Movie Database (TMDB), refreshed daily.
- Underlying licensing data: JustWatch.
- Canonical URL: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/11524/thief-1981
- Poster image: https://image.tmdb.org/t/p/w500/bpjRGwfYJ71bU0hNhLIz7g3t6Oy.jpg
- JSON variant: https://www.screensearch.co.uk/watch/movie/11524/thief-1981.json

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