Plot — What is Prince of Thieves about?
Middle Eastern folktale collection One Thousand and One Nights has been greatly treasured by Western storytellers who are fascinated by the fantastic world within. The exoticism conveyed in Western film adaptations greatly appealed to Cantonese opera and film writer Ma Si-tsang, who adapted The Thief of Bagdad (1924) into Cantonese opera The Prince of Thieves, set in an ancient empire influenced by both East and West. In 1958, director Luk Bong adapted the play into a film, turning the thief of the original film into a Robin Hood-esque hero who poses as a prince to compete for the princess' hand in marriage. Packed with a thrilling treasure hunt and a damsel-in-distress rescue as well as eye-catching special effects, Prince of Thieves is 100% a romantic swashbuckler.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1958 |
| Genre | Fantasy, Romance |
| Language | CN |
| Runtime | 92 min |
Prince of Thieves — FAQ
Is Prince of Thieves worth watching? Middle Eastern folktale collection One Thousand and One Nights has been greatly treasured by Western storytellers who are fascinated by the fantastic world within. The exoticism conveyed in Western film adaptations great
Who directed Prince of Thieves? Directed by Luk Bong.
Who is in the cast of Prince of Thieves? It stars Ho Fei-Fan, Mui Yee, Lam Kau, Lee Bo-ying, Lee Ging-Fan.
Where can I stream Prince of Thieves? Streaming availability for Prince of Thieves is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Prince of Thieves release? It released in 1958.
