Thief: The Criterion Collection Blu-ray

Thief: The Criterion Collection is Michael Mann’s debut feature, presented on Blu-ray in a director-approved special edition. This release pairs a 4K-film-transfer restoration with a director’s-cut presentation and supplements including commentary, interviews, a trailer, and an essay.

At a glance

Director-approved digital restoration from a 4K film transfer, presenting the director’s cut.
Includes a 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack and English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing.
Supplements listed include audio commentary with Michael Mann and James Caan, interviews with Mann, Caan, and Johannes Schmoelling, a trailer, and an essay by Nick James.

Price

$19.98Save 50%

Reference price: ~~$39.95~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The feature-rich edition combines a restoration and director’s cut with commentary, interviews, and an essay.
The film’s listed credits include James Caan, Willie Nelson, and director Michael Mann.

Technical specifications

12 specifications

Disc and presentation
Format	AC-3, Blu-ray, DTS Surround Sound, Restored, Special Edition, Subtitled, Widescreen
Runtime	2 hours and 4 minutes
Language	English
Color	Color
Number of discs	1
MPAA rating	R (Restricted)

Credits and release
Director	Michael Mann
Actors	James Caan, Willie Nelson
Contributors	James Caan, Michael Mann, Willie Nelson
Studio	Criterion Collection
Release date	December 15, 2015

Dimensions and installation
Dimensions listed	0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 3.2 ounces

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Criterion and Blu-ray collectors looking for Michael Mann’s debut feature in a restored special edition.
Viewers interested in crime dramas and disc extras such as director-and-actor commentary and interviews.

Less suited to

Buyers specifically seeking a 4K UHD disc. The listed format is Blu-ray.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 761 ratings

5 stars87%87%
4 stars11%11%
3 stars2%2%
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Customer feedback describes the film favorably, especially James Caan’s performance, the plot, and picture quality, with customers also expressing positive views on value. However, the feedback’s claim of spectacular 4K video does not establish that this package is a 4K UHD disc. The listing identifies it as Blu-ray and describes a restoration from a 4K film transfer, so buyers should distinguish the restoration source from the disc format.

Positive themes

Customer feedback praises James Caan’s performance and the plot.
Customers also report favorable impressions of the picture quality and value.

Frequently asked questions

Is this a 4K UHD release?

No 4K UHD disc is listed. The format is Blu-ray, while the edition description says its restoration was made from a 4K film transfer.

What extras are listed?

The special-edition description lists audio commentary with Michael Mann and James Caan, interviews with Mann, Caan, and Johannes Schmoelling, a trailer, and an essay by Nick James.

What is the listed runtime and language?

The listing gives a runtime of 2 hours and 4 minutes and English as the language. It also lists English subtitles.