Where can I watch Pickpocket (1997)?

In US, Pickpocket is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is Pickpocket worth watching?

Pickpocket holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.

Pickpocket stars Wang Hongwei, Hao Hongjian, Baitao Zuo, Ma Jinrei and Liu Junying.

Pickpocket was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.

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1997 · Film · ★ 7.1

Released in 1997, Pickpocket is a drama film directed by Jia Zhangke, running about 114 minutes.

What it’s about. A small town pickpocket whose friends have moved on to higher trades finds himself bitter and unable to adapt.

Who’s in it. Pickpocket stars Wang Hongwei as Xiao Wu, Hao Hongjian as Jin Xiaoyong, Baitao Zuo as Hu Meimei and Ma Jinrei, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Pickpocket has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pickpocket page.

If you liked it. Fans of Pickpocket tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Where can I watch Pickpocket (1997)?: In US, Pickpocket is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Pickpocket worth watching?: Pickpocket holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in Pickpocket?: Pickpocket stars Wang Hongwei, Hao Hongjian, Baitao Zuo, Ma Jinrei and Liu Junying.
When was Pickpocket released?: Pickpocket was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.