Thief Of Bagdad, The: The Criterion Collection (1940) Rating: Starring: Conrad Veidt, June Duprez, Sabu, Rex Ingram, John Justin Director: Michael Powell, Alexander Korda Category: Classics, Family Studio: Criterion Subtitles: Length: 106 mins Want to buy?           The Thief Of Bagdad, legendary producer Alexander Korda's Arabian Nights marvel, is one of the most spectacular fantasy films ever made, an eye-popping effects pioneer brimming with imagination and technical wizardry. When Prince Ahmad (John Justin) is blinded and cast out of Bagdad by the nefarious Jaffar (Conrad Veidt), he joins forces with the scrappy thief Abu (the incomparable Sabu, in his definitive role) to win back his royal position, as well as the heart of a beautiful princess (June Duprez). With its luscious Technicolor, vivid sets, and unprecedented visual wonders, The Thief Of Bagdad has charmed viewers of all ages for decades.