Caught Stealing

2025·Movie
1h 47min·R
84
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb6.8Metacritic100–Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

Netflix

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Caught Stealing fingerprint

High energy, strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Tension7

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Nostalgia6
  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Dark Humor4
  • Physical Comedy3

World

Crime and everyday modern life

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction7
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing8
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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You want something quiet and calm

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About

2 Russians, 2 Jews, and a Puerto Rican walk into a bar...

Burned-out ex-baseball player Hank Thompson unexpectedly finds himself embroiled in a dangerous struggle for survival amidst the criminal underbelly of late 1990s New York City, forced to navigate a treacherous underworld he never imagined.
Gritty Crime ThrillerUrban Survival Story90s New York SettingFormer AthleteFast-Paced ActionUnderworld ConflictSudden PerilIntense NarrativeUnflinching

Crew

Directed by:
Darren Aronofsky, Jeremy Dawson, Brian Machleit
Written by:
Charlie Huston, Charlie Huston
Produced by:
Darren Aronofsky, Mary Vernieu, Jeremy Dawson
Composed by:
Craig Henighan, Craig Henighan, Rob Simonsen

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Caught Stealing

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Caught Stealing legally?

Netflix

Caught Stealing is included with a subscription to Netflix in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Caught Stealing worth watching?

84
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 84/100 (IMDb 6.8 and Metacritic 100). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Caught Stealing rated?

RViolenceStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is Caught Stealing?

1 h 47 min

Caught Stealing runs 1 h 47 min.

Is Caught Stealing based on a true story?

No. It's adapted from a novel.

Do critics and audiences agree on Caught Stealing?

Critics100
Audiences68

Not quite. Critics rate Caught Stealing higher (100) than audiences (68). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

Was Caught Stealing a box office hit?

Budget$40 million
Box office$33 million

No. It cost about $40 million to make and earned $33 million worldwide, 82% of its budget.

What language is Caught Stealing in?

EnglishChineseRussianSpanishYiddish

It was made in English, with some Chinese, Russian, Spanish, Yiddish. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Caught Stealing?

120AEAGALAOARATAUBABBBEBGBHBOBR+106

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Caught Stealing in 120 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Caught Stealing use?

MacGuffinConsummate ProfessionalBitch in Sheep's ClothingThe Lost LenoreRunning GagActor AllusionAffably EvilGlass CannonEqual-Opportunity EvilFaux Affably EvilTap on the HeadKarma Houdiniand 79 more

TV Tropes lists 91 storytelling tropes for Caught Stealing, including MacGuffin, Consummate Professional, Bitch in Sheep's Clothing.

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