It Takes a Thief

It Takes a Thief

NR 1968 · 3 seasons · 66 eps · ★ 7.2 · Action & Adventure, Drama

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Convicted cat burglar Alexander Mundy gets an offer he can't refuse from the United States government: If he puts his formidable thieving skills to work for them, he'll be released from prison. Alexander's dad, Alister, sometimes comes out of retirement as a thief to help his son on special jobs.

Created by Roland Kibbee

Network: ABC

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