I saw it. Have it on my blu ray shelf, and I saw it in 35mm last year. After Godfather, Thief is Caan’s best film.

Rest in peace, James Caan, you were an absolute legend. Since I didn't see "The Godfather" or "Misery" until years later, I was first introduced to him via "Elf!"

Thief is a huge underrated classic and I have it on the now OOP Criterion edition. This movie which was Mann's directorial debut essentially defined a lot of Mann later work from TV show Miami Vice to Movies Heat & Collateral. Caan is great and it has one of the greatest finales filmed with Caan taking out Prosky and his team. 100% a great movie. RIP James Caan.

As a Tangerine Dream fan (they wrote the soundtrack) I am indeed a fan of this film, too!

Tangerine Dream’s score of this flick is in my top 10 favorite musical scores

One of Michael Mann's best films. Wish Mann would return to making these kind of films.

Michael Mann's often overlooked masterpiece. Crazy to think that this is his first directoral feature, too. Other than The Godfather I and II, this is my favorite Cann role. Rest easy.

One of my absolute favorites

I kid you not, the very night before he was announced to have died, I googled him to check if he was still alive and was relieved to find he still was... a very spooky experience. RIP Mr Caan, your work lives on x

A personal favorite (big Michael Mann fan here). This is the kind of film that really doesn't get made anymore, quite sadly. Definitely among James Caan's best performances. True legend.

RIP, Sonny Corleone. We miss you. This was also Michael Mann's first film as a director. He would direct The Keep 1983, Manhunter 1986, Last Of The Mohicans 1992, Heat 1995, The Insider 1999, Ali 2001, Collateral 2004, Miami Vice 2006, Public Enemies 2009, and Blackhat 2015.

One of my all-time favorite films and James Caan's most underrated performance for sure. It's a small scale heist for that evolves into a much greater story by the end, and has one of the best final acts of the 80s. Love this film.

I don't think this movie ever gets enough credit. this and American Gigolo are basically THE movies that started the whole 80s aesthetic.. you can say Michael Mann and Paul Schrader basically developed an aesthetic that defined an whole decade. and then again Mann created Miami Vice, which was one of the quintessential piece of the 80s

Still remember seeing this movie as a teenager in a now old fashioned movie theatre in 1981. I was totally blown away by all of it, and went on to see it about 50 times. Never got tired of it. Michael Mann's style is top drawer, and the entire cast gave excellent performances. The score by Tangerine Dream remains one of the best ever made in film. I stayed on with Mann through Miami Vice, Manhunter (highly recommended) and of course the classic "Heat".

Great Actor, Great Person, RIP you have inspired me I know that.... - A Man Who Writes More than Normal to Create Impact

The Way of the Guns was a pretty legit flick of his too.

This is a hardcore film.Its one of my favorites.RIP James Caan.

Caan had such a huge body of work. I've always been a huge fan of his acting, even his cameo in Santa's Slay was fun. I caught Thief on cable in the 80s and loved it. I saw it again recently and it is so good. I recently watched The Gambler 1974, it was good and Caan really chews up the screen. It's not as good as Thief but it's very good and I am really glad I watched it. RIP...

Watch this at least twice a year , it's one of my favorites. When I heard he had passed this was the first movie of his I put in . I don't know many people that haven't seen it . R.I.P. the LEGENDARY James Caan .

When my wife and I heard of Caan's death, we both felt sad. Which of his films to watch to honor his memory? We both immediately said "Thief". Tough, gritty and very stylish. A terrific movie.

Rollerball (75) is a favorite of mine. RIP James Caan.

Thief is my favourite James Caan movie, it really it a showcase for his talent and he has so many great lines. It’s also one of Michael Mann’s best film’s and i love the soundtrack too. It’s a must see for any fan of James Caan. I recommend The Gambler too. Rest in peace Mr Caan.

I've known about this movie since I was a kid in the 90's which I rented from the video store, great character piece with top notch direction and performances, plus the score is amazing too, own it on Blu-ray and love rewatching it.

They never talked about this MASTERPIECE. This was Michael Mann telling Jimmy, just be you I am just here to film this. Jimmy was UNLEASHED on the GOLDEN SCREEN and the rest was Motion Picture history. Music by Tangerine Dreams. Pacino & De Niro could not TIE Jimmy's shoes. Simply the GREATEST GANSTER THIEF movie ever made. It launch Miami Vice.

Love "Thief" so insanely underrated movie that set a precedent...

This video was a true eye-opener for me. I will seek this out and likely buy it..."sight unseen". Thanks for continuing to make these videos.

I miss him so much already.

Another movie to added to the list of "things to watch".

This movie is so bad ass. Loved it.

Rip James Cann and Ray Liotta. Losing some goodfellas lately

Ive seen it before (many times) and its one of my favorite movies of all time

Damnit! What a great and incite full review👊🏻

The role of a lifetime. The kind of starring role most actors only dream of, I was familiar with James Caan, but after seeing Thief he became one of my top 5 favorite actors. All of Michael Mann's movies "go hard", and all have amazing endings, but Theif probably has the best ending scene of any movie ever.

The Way of the Gun is another overlooked film with a fantastic performance from Caan

A great one we lost, RIP James 😢

He was a force of nature. We'll not see his like again.

Great choice amazing film, shocking how many film lovers haven't seen this, Caan I feel was underrated despite respect he got so solid & believable in his roles.Have tried to see as many of Caans films, its not loved by critics but Rollerball is a good sci-fi sport film too. Thankyou & RIP JC

First saw it nearly 20 years ago it’s a total classic & my favourite Caan film.

Aww man, I had no idea he passed away. Thanks for opening my eyes to this movie. As the style of "Mean Streets" set the precedence for "Taxi Driver", I'm eager to see where the Michael Mann film style first got its wings.

I worked in a movie theater when this movie came out, saw it many times, liked it a lot, Caan was great in it, good chemistry with well cast Tuesday Weld

Oh yes I saw it in early 80s and tell people about it , my favorite of his movies, thanks for spotlighting this classic

I saw this just some days ago...and its just blew my mind. What a movie. Spine chilling soundtrack , blue theme and violent action scenes❤❤

James “Jimmy the dream” Caan. May his memory be a blessing.

I couldn't agree more with many of the comments I'm reading here. I was one of the few that got to see this movie when it first came out in the theaters in 1981. It was one of the first times I sat through the entire credits just so I could listen to the music fell in love with the music and the movie Always been a James Caan fan since the Godfather thief is also one of my all time favorites. "I am the last guy you wanna (bleep) with!" Love it! This is also the moment when I became a huge Michael Mann fan!

Oh, I saw it... and immediately went out and bought the soundtrack. Some of Tangerine Dream's best work.

One of my favorite movies for quotable lines. I even worked in the building where a part of the movie was shot. When Frank walks into the Plating Company you see a large walk in safe. That was our building. Recognized the back office also. Great movie.

Just watched this movie…..Wow James was phenomenal in this movie. I’m glad I watched it and just bought the criterion blu-ray 😃👍

This was a legend and will be never forget to the real people!

I saw it. Great Mann movie. Caan should have done more Mann films.

Yeah, I knew this movie, I’ve been a Michael Mann fan for long now and I’ve always loved Mr Cann’s role in Thief

One of James Caan's best films.

A great classic, Caan is the man.

A true masterpiece, if there ever was one.

One of my all-time favorites. First thought I believe in 1984 I was 13 years old and had to rewatch it to understand Everything. It's Amazing that this was the first film for both Prosky and Belushi!

one of my favourite actors ever ... rip :(

#1, just like Mr. Caan. RIP Sonny Corleone.

I found this film because of the Tangerine Dream. And oh boy, how good the soundtrack is. As for the film itself - it's gorgeous! People are real here. No fancy high-talks. Just life.

Love this film! Was a fan of Tangerine Dream and that’s how I found it. Great movie!

Hi @JoBlo Originals ~ First, I want to thank you for paying tribute to a great film, a great director and a great actor, James Caan. As it is probably my all-time favorite film, scored by one of my all-time favorite Krautrock bands, Tangerine Dream, it's pretty special to see it praised in this manner. There's one thing about the tribute, however, that I want to point out to you. When you give a well-deserved mention to the German electronic music godfathers, Tangerine Dream, you employed a photo of the band that came well after the band that actually put together the score for the film, "Thief." The version of the Tangerine Dream trio that worked on the score for Michael Mann was led by founding member, Edgar Froese, and included Christopher Franke and the great soloist, Johannes Schmoelling. As you accurately pointed out, they became much better known in the 80s because their work was featured in some notable films during that period of time, including 1983's, "Risky Business." Founding member, Edgar Froese, passed away in 2015 and, being one of the most highly-regarded Krautrock composers, he deserves a proper mention when it comes to this particular classic film score. Regardless, I want to thank you again for doing the right thing by paying tribute to this classic film. Please keep up the good work. RIP Jimmy C.

Remember my dad got me to watch this cause he really liked Caan. I was very impressed.

I'm so glad you covered this crime film classic. I bought the MGM DVD on a blind buy because of it being a Michael Mann film I'd never seen with James Caan. It's a fantastic film and one of the best in their respective canons.

Thief one of the best movies I have seen 40 years ago James Caan was awesome as far as my favorite movie I got to go with El Dorado you listen to his commentary on the DVD about John Wayne is hilarious

Legendary actor RIP James Caan

Great minds think alike. When I heard about James Caan's passing, I said time to rewatch Thief! RIP James Caan

I saw this in New York on 42nd St. as a kid! It was AMAZING!

This movie shows why Michael Mann is one of the best there is. He virtually invented the 80s before the 80s came around.

I saw Thief in the theater in 1981. I had clients in Chicago then and liked seeing the setting as well as James Caan and Tuesday Weld.

I wholeheartedly agree! This is such a cool movie and his finest performance.

God bless your soul, Jimmy Caan.

The film is great. I came across it by accident on an old movie channel. The next day, I got myself a copy on blu ray. Highly recommend this.

You are right, some of the soundtrack of this movie were excellent, like the song of the beach scene

You forgot The Gambler. Another underrated film by Caan.

I love You FOREVER James Cann 🙏❤️

R.I.P James Caan

I know James from 'Misery.' In this performance I saw subtlety, nuance, pain.

Opening speech from Caan in this video makes me wish he finished it with "Limosuine riding, Lear jet flying, son of a gun!! WHOOOOOO!!!!"

I love reading up on movies. And this one definitely had me intrigued by the synopsis. Looking forward to seeing this very soon. Also I was mainly introduce to James Caan in his later years on movies of the 2000s. Always felt he was such a distinguished actor. Looking at his discography only confirms this. RIP James Caan

This is a great tribute, to Michael Mann apparently

Saw this in the theatres when it came out since my Dad was a big fan!

Thanks for educating people about this movie. Too many do not know it.

As of right now, Pluto Tv has Thief on demand.. Great movie! Freebie & the Bean was the first R rated movie my parents took me to at the ripe old age of 5 (gotta love the 70s!). Not great but still worth a watch..

This movie is fantastic. The Beach scene music by Tangerine Dream is one of the GOATS for me

Thief is a great movie. Thank you James Caan for all the great entertainment. RIP.

It is his Greatest Film. It’s a F’ing Epic!!!

Glad you mentioned Drive it's definitely similar. Leo's speech is classic! Reminiscent of a real Mafia capo for sure. The diner conversation w frank and his gf is reenacted at acting schools to this day. My dad took me to see this when I was 12 in 1981 and I always liked it.

I really enjoy most of Michael Mann's shows and movies. Crime Story wit Dennis Farina was super under rated as well seeing him mentioned in the video. James Caan of course one of the greats and both will be missed.

Bought the dvd as soon as it became available. Love this movie. It's look, it's direction and the music. RIP James Caan.

When i heard about his death i was sadden as i it was long lost uncle. i grew on this guys machismo along with other tough guys of the Hollywood. i guess the media industrial complex was ramping up their training for a whole new generation. Prepared the pre-teen for the upcoming wars of the 2000s. So i was one of them. its not easy to watch movies now and kinda not want to watch new movies again. The training given now to the new generation is no longer about a war. So the media does not push the tough image anymore. Its not needed. I am from the tough guy age of Hollywood. probably gonna stay that way for the rest of my life. lol. Rest in Peace James. thank you for your service.

He could be funny as well when he wanted to. He was awesome in one of my favorite Nic Cage movies HONEYMOON IN VEGAS playing kinda a mobster or someone who has a lot of power. His way of talking, saying one thing but meaning something else; his facial expressions; his straight up lies with a straight face. Great stuff. He will be missed. R.I.P Mr. Caan.

6:08. Gotta love the classic James Caan swagger stroll

Coincidentally I saw that movie just a few weeks ago. For the first time. I was spooked to see this come up as a recommendation.

I F’n love Thief. Saw it only 12 years ago but watched it twice after I bought it. Definitely bought the Blu-ray first day. I always recommend this one to people. Got the soundtrack on CD. This was my go to after I heard he passed. Rest In Peace Mr Caan. You were a awesome person.

Thief is my all time favorite movie. Heat is a close second.

I never heard of Thief, so thank you very much for bringing it to my attention! Looks amazing.

I re-watched Thief Friday night. Like a fine wine it gets better with age. Phenomenal movie. The Gambler is another great Jimmy Caan movie worth a shot, what a magnificent actor

This is a GREAT movie!!!!!

One of Mann's best, one of my absolute favorites, and I think the best role James Caan has done. Make me happy to see this movie get any love from anyone else, Michael Mann fan or no. Have to make one minor correction though - Leo has nothing to do with Frank getting Okla count on parole so he doesn't die inside. That's all Frank.

Being something of a Micheal Mann fan, I watched Thief a few years ago on Netflix. Good film, very much in the style of Collateral ( another latter Mann Film ) & even Drive/Driven starring Ryan Gosling.

I've been a fan of Thief since the 1980's. I've watched the VHS countless times with my best friend. I was so happy when it got the Criterion treatment. And, yes, it is James Caan's magnum opus.

Totally agree. This is a cracking movie for so many reasons and you see how this film bled into so many of Mann's films years later. Totally second, The Jericho Mile and Killer Elite. Well worth watching. I feel Thief and The Gambler are the perfect Caan double feature. RIP Jimmy Caan. There was no one like you.