Overview

A down-on-her-luck San Francisco woman, turning in desperation to jewel robbery, barely escapes getting nabbed in a heist and moves to Los Angeles where she gets an honest job as a waitress. Her troubles start again, however, when she falls madly in love, blind to the fact that her boyfriend is a four-flushing, small-time con man.

Cast

Cesar Romero, June Havoc, Marie McDonald, Lon Chaney Jr., Iris Adrian, Jack Daley, Marta Mitrovich, Ann Tyrrell

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What is "Once a Thief" about?

A down-on-her-luck San Francisco woman, turning in desperation to jewel robbery, barely escapes getting nabbed in a heist and moves to Los Angeles where she gets an honest job as a waitress. Her troubles start again, however, when she falls madly in love, blind to the fact that her boyfriend is a four-flushing, small-time con man.

When was "Once a Thief" released?

Once a Thief was released in 1950.

Who stars in "Once a Thief"?

The cast includes Cesar Romero, June Havoc, Marie McDonald, Lon Chaney Jr..