The film's "co-star" is the French Riviera, featuring several iconic real-world locations.
: The location of Robie’s picturesque hilltop villa. Expand map To Catch a Thief (1955)
: Designer Edith Head created iconic costumes for Grace Kelly, including the famous gold ballgown and blue chiffon dress, which cemented Kelly’s status as a fashion icon. The film's "co-star" is the French Riviera, featuring
: During a lavish masquerade ball, Robie unmasks the true "Cat"—revealed to be Danielle, the daughter of his former associate—during a rooftop confrontation. Production Highlights : During a lavish masquerade ball, Robie unmasks
: The primary setting for the hotel scenes and the beach raft sequence.
: Major filming took place throughout these resort towns, including the flower market in Nice.
: The film was shot in Technicolor and VistaVision , winning an Academy Award for Best Cinematography for Robert Burks’ stunning depiction of the Riviera.