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I Was a Shoplifter
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I Was a Shoplifter

1950-05-13 · 74 min · ★ 5.8

Crime · Drama · Thriller

In 1950s California, the police force tries to infiltrate and neutralize a shoplifting crime ring operating in major department stores.

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Directors
Charles Lamont
Production companies
Universal International Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Scott BradyScott BradyJeff Andrews
Mona FreemanMona FreemanFaye Burton
Andrea KingAndrea KingIna Perdue
Tony CurtisTony CurtisPepe
Charles DrakeCharles DrakeHerb Klaxon
Gregg MartellGregg MartellThe Champ
Larry KeatingLarry KeatingHarry Dunson
Robert GistRobert GistBarkie Neff
Michael RaffettoSheriff Bascom
Rock HudsonRock HudsonSi Swanson - Store Detective
Nestor PaivaNestor PaivaDeputy Sheriff Gomez
Paul FierroPaul FierroPedro - Mechanic
Bess FlowersBess FlowersGlove Counter Sales Clerk
James BestJames Best
Lane BradfordLane Bradford
Nana BryantNana Bryant
Peggie CastlePeggie Castle
Steve DarrellSteve Darrell
Richard IrvingRichard Irving

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