Thief

Engelske undersættelser Thief (1981)

Tonight, his take home pay is $410,000... tax free.

Crime Thriller Drama
7.2 / 10

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.

Runtime 123 min
Language EN
Country United States of America
Director Michael Mann
Budget $6M
Box Office $11M
Handling

En eksplosiv actionfilm fuld af dramatik og spænding.

21 English subtitles available
Release Source Downloads Flags Download
Thief.1981.720p.BluRay.X264-AMIABLE opensubtitles 21,519 .SRT
Thief.1981.WS.DVDRip.XviD-AXIAL opensubtitles 2,337 CC .SRT
Thief.1981.WS.DVDRip.XviD-AXIAL opensubtitles 2,337 CC .SRT
Thief.1981.DVDRip.x264.DD5.1-OP opensubtitles 1,985 .SRT
HDTV (1h 57m 11s @25fps) opensubtitles 1,345 .SRT
Thief.1981.720p.BluRay.X264-AMIABLE opensubtitles 20,055 .SRT
Thief.1981.720p.BluRay.X264-AMIABLE opensubtitles 2,093 CC .SRT
Thief.1981.Theatrical.Cut.DVDRip.XviD-FiCO opensubtitles 5,661 .SRT
Thief opensubtitles 656 .SRT
Thief opensubtitles 656 .SRT
Thief [James Caan] (1981) DVDRip Oldies opensubtitles 1,332 CC .SRT
Thief.1981.WS.DVDRip.XviD-AXIAL opensubtitles 693 CC .SRT
Thief.1981.WS.DVDRip.XviD-AXIAL opensubtitles 693 CC .SRT
Thief (1981), Michael Mann opensubtitles 1,742 .SRT
Thief.1981.720p.1080p.BluRay.x264.x265 opensubtitles 4,089 .SRT
Thief (1981) opensubtitles 1,646 CC .SRT
Thief.1981.720p.HDTV.x264-DON opensubtitles 865 .SRT
Thief.1981.Theatrical.Cut.DVDRip.XviD-FiCO opensubtitles 791 CC .SRT
Thief.1981.720p.HDTV.x264-DON opensubtitles 742 CC .SRT
Vor.1981.HDTVRip.MVO.AVO.Original.XviD.AC3.[All.Films] opensubtitles 733 .SRT
Der Einzelgänger (1981Thief) Michael Mann DVDRip opensubtitles 724 CC .SRT

Thief — Cast & Crew

Directed by: Michael Mann

James Caan Frank
Tuesday Weld Jessie
Robert Prosky Leo Alderman
Willie Nelson David 'Okla' Bertinneau
Jim Belushi Barry Stratagakis
Tom Signorelli Vincent Attaglia
Dennis Farina Carl
Nick Nickeas Nick
W.R. Brown Mitch Kanoff
Norm Tobin Guido

Languages Spoken in Thief (1981)

Thief features dialogue in English. English subtitles remain valuable for non-native English speakers, viewers in noisy environments, people who are deaf or hard of hearing, and anyone who prefers to read along with the dialogue for better comprehension.

Download English Subtitles for Thief (1981)

This page lists all available English subtitle files for the movie Thief (1981) in .SRT format. We currently have 21 subtitle versions sourced from opensubtitles. Each version corresponds to a different video release, so you can find the subtitle that synchronises perfectly with your file.

The most popular subtitle for Thief has been downloaded 21,519 times, which is a strong indicator of quality and timing accuracy.

Some versions include closed captions (CC) that describe sound effects, music cues, and speaker identification — ideal for hearing-impaired viewers or anyone who wants the fullest experience.

About Thief (1981)

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.

  • Genre: Crime, Thriller, Drama
  • Release year: 1981
  • TMDB rating: 7.2 / 10
  • Type: Movie
  • Runtime: 123 minutes
  • Director: Michael Mann
  • Spoken languages: English
  • Country: United States of America
  • IMDB ID: tt0083190

Thief is a crime movie released in 1981. Having accurate English subtitles is especially important for crime titles, where fast-paced dialogue and intense scenes can make spoken lines difficult to catch.

Trivia & Fun Facts about Thief (1981)

  • The production budget for Thief was approximately $6 million.
  • Thief earned approximately $11 million at the worldwide box office.
  • The film earned about 2.1 times its production budget at the box office.
  • Produced by Mann/Caan Productions</strong>, <strong>United Artists.
Themes & Topics: chicago, illinois based on novel or book shadowing loss of loved one burglar gangster car dealer rain idealist safe error thief dirty cop convict diamond heist

How to Add English Subtitles to Thief

  1. Find your release version – Check the filename of your Thief video file. It usually contains the source (BluRay, WEB-DL, HDTV) and release group name.
  2. Download the matching .SRT – In the table above, locate the subtitle whose release name matches your video and click the download button.
  3. Rename the subtitle file – Rename the downloaded .SRT file so it has the exact same name as your video file (e.g. thief.srt).
  4. Place both files together – Move the .SRT into the same folder as the video.
  5. Open in your media player – Launch the video in VLC, Kodi, Plex, MPC-HC, PotPlayer, or Infuse. The subtitles will load automatically.

Best Media Players for Thief Subtitles

Any media player that supports external .SRT files will work with the subtitles on this page. Here are the most popular options:

  • VLC Media Player – Free, open-source, and available on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS. Drag and drop the .SRT file onto the player window or use Subtitle > Add Subtitle File. Press G/H to adjust timing on the fly.
  • Kodi – Ideal for home theatre setups. Place the .SRT in the same folder as the video and Kodi loads it automatically.
  • Plex – Name the .SRT file identically to the video and place it in the same directory. Plex detects it and offers it as a selectable subtitle track.
  • MPC-HC / MPC-BE – Lightweight Windows players with excellent subtitle rendering. Supports .SRT auto-loading and manual delay adjustments.
  • Infuse (Apple TV / iOS) – Automatically picks up .SRT files stored alongside your videos on network shares or cloud storage.

Frequently Asked Questions about Thief (1981) Subtitles

Where can I download English subtitles for Thief?

You can download free English subtitles for Thief (1981) right here on engelskeundersaettelser.com. We have 21 subtitle versions available from sources like opensubtitles. Simply choose the version that matches your video release and click the download button.

Are the Thief subtitles free to download?

Yes, absolutely. Every English subtitle for Thief on our website is 100% free. There is no registration, no subscription, and no hidden fees.

Which Thief subtitle file should I choose?

Look at the Release column in the subtitle table above and match it to the release version of your video file. Common indicators include the video source (BluRay, WEB-DL, HDTV, DVDRip) and the release group name. If you are not sure which version you have, choose the subtitle with the highest download count (the top version here has 21,519 downloads).

The Thief subtitles are out of sync with my video. How do I fix it?

Subtitle timing issues usually occur when the subtitle was created for a different video release. Try these solutions:

  • Download a different subtitle version from the table above that matches your specific release
  • Adjust the subtitle delay in your player: in VLC, press G (delay) or H (advance) to shift subtitles by 50ms per press
  • Use free tools like Subtitle Edit or SubSync to automatically re-synchronise the .SRT file to your video

Are there closed captions (CC) for Thief?

Yes. Some of the subtitle versions for Thief (1981) include closed captions, marked with the CC tag in the table. These subtitles contain additional descriptions of sound effects, background music, and speaker identification.

Can I use these subtitles on my smart TV?

Yes. Download the .SRT file and save it on a USB drive or network-attached storage in the same folder as your Thief video file. Rename the .SRT to match the video filename exactly. Most smart TVs will detect and display the subtitles automatically.

What is the .SRT subtitle format?

SRT (SubRip Text) is the most widely used subtitle format in the world. It is a simple text file containing numbered entries with timestamps and dialogue text. The .SRT format is supported by virtually every media player, smart TV, streaming device, and video editing tool.