The Thomas Crown Affair
The Thomas Crown Affair

The Thomas Crown Affair

1968Movie102 minEnglish

Young businessman Thomas Crown is bored and decides to plan a robbery and assigns a professional agent with the right information to the job. However, Crown is soon betrayed yet cannot blow his cover because he’s in love.

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IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes80%
Metacritic72/100
Google Users85%
Director: Norman JewisonGenres: Crime, Mystery, Romance, Thriller

Plot Summary

A millionaire businessman orchestrates a daring bank heist as a intellectual challenge, meticulously planning every detail. He is drawn into a game of cat-and-mouse with an insurance investigator, who finds herself both intrigued and attracted to the elusive thief. Their sophisticated battle of wits unfolds against a backdrop of high society and daring escapades.

Critical Reception

The 1968 film was critically acclaimed for its stylish direction, sophisticated plot, and the charismatic performances of its lead actors. It was praised for its blend of crime, romance, and suspense, becoming a benchmark for the heist genre. The film's visual flair and iconic theme song also contributed to its enduring popularity.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sleek visuals and fast-paced, sophisticated heist plot.
  • The chemistry between Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway was a major highlight.
  • Considered a stylish and entertaining thriller with a memorable score.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the film's stylish direction and the compelling performances of Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway, noting its engaging plot and enjoyable, classic feel.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Academy Award for Best Original Song ('The Windmills of Your Mind'). Nominated for Best Original Score.

Fun Fact

The iconic scene where Steve McQueen races his dune buggy along the beach was inspired by a similar scene in the 1966 film 'The Endless Summer'.

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tmdb76622195

They don't make 'em like this anymore, and that might be a good thing. McQueen is millionaire Thomas Crown, who hires a bunch of D.B. Cooper look-alikes to knock over a bank and give the money to him. He jets to Geneva with cash in tow, and...
CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

This is a wonderfully understated, classy heist movie that demonstrates clearly the panache of Steve McQueen as an actor. In the title role, he is a millionaire who presents an outward image of a man who has everything, but privately is met...