'Only Living Pickpocket in New York' Sells After Sundance Premiere

Variety

by Rebecca Rubin

February 24, 2026

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**The Only Living Pickpocket in New York,' Directed by Noah Segan, Snapped Up by Sony Pictures Classics Post Sundance Debut** In a standout acquisition at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, *The Only Living Pickpocket in New York* has been acquired by Sony Pictures Classics for distribution. The film, written and directed by Noah Segan, marks another success story from the festival, following previous acquisitions like *Ha-Chan, Shake Your Booty* and *Bedford Park*. Starring John Turturro as Harry, a seasoned pickpocket grappling with the challenges of modern life in New York City—where cash is scarce, technology has made theft more difficult, and danger lurks around every corner—the film captures the essence of the city’s lesser-known characters and their timeless allure. Sony Pictures Classics has praised the film as a “glorious entertainment” that will resonate with audiences this fall. The story follows Harry, a veteran pickpocket whose livelihood is increasingly threatened by technological advancements and changing urban dynamics. When a heist goes wrong, Harry finds himself in a high-stakes race through New York’s bustling streets. The film’s ensemble cast includes familiar faces like Steve Buscemi, Giancarlo Esposito, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Tatiana Masl

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Originally published on Variety on 2/24/2026