The Crook
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The Crook

CLAUDE LELOUCH who took a particular look at love in "A MAN AND A WOMAN" takes a particular look at crime in "THE CROOK"

1970 • 120 min • Action · Thriller · Crime

Synopsis

A thief known as Simon the Swiss faces up and downs in his criminal profession.

Our family guide

Best from age 12
71
Movie Knight Score
39 reviews
  • 71 Audience · 39 · 100%

A professional thief, known as Simon the Swiss, navigates the unpredictable world of crime, experiencing both successes and setbacks. He strives to pull off ambitious heists, but his actions carry significant consequences.

Violence & peril
3/10
Language
1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking
2/10
Romance & sensuality
0/10
Scary moments
4/10

Heads up

  • A child is kidnapped briefly, though not harmed.
  • Characters use deception and commit crimes.
  • Some mild peril and chase scenes.

What it models well

  • Consequences of actions
  • Cunning and resourcefulness

Talk about it after

  • Is Simon a good guy or a bad guy?
  • The difference between movie fun and real-life crime
  • Why is it wrong to steal?

Written by the Movie Knight editorial team for The Crook. Our own words, our own scoring — always double-check against your family's standards.

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Top billed cast

Director: Claude Lelouch • Crew: Claude Lelouch, Pierre Uytterhoeven, Claude Pinoteau, Claude Lelouch

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Details

TMDB audience
7.1/10 (39)
Age rating
G
Status
Released

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