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They Live by Night

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They Live by Night is a 1948 American film noir directed by Nicholas Ray. The story centers on a young man fleeing justice who finds himself entangled with a woman while seeking to establish a new existence during the Depression era. It adapts Edward Anderson’s novel, Thieves Like Us, exploring themes of crime and relationships.

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What is They Live by Night?

They Live by Night is a 1948 American film noir directed by Nicholas Ray. The story centers on a young man fleeing justice who finds himself entangled with a woman while seeking to establish a new existence during the Depression era. It adapts Edward Anderson’s novel, Thieves Like Us, exploring themes of crime and relationships.

How good is They Live by Night?
They Live by Night scores 8.18/10 (Excellent) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Crime Movie category.
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Is They Live by Night worth it in 2026?
With a score of 8.18/10, They Live by Night is highly rated in Crime Movie. See all Crime Movie ranked.

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