[0xfeba]

But is copying a copyrighted movie "stealing" in that it deprives the owner (who still has the movie) of profits of that movie?

Yes, potentially some people will go out to see the movie if they cannot pirate it. But not all. And it's hard to prove either way.

That's not the same as "stealing a car".

[thesimpsons1022]

didnt say anything about stealing a car?

[kodt]

I think he is referencing this old anti-piracy ad that used to air in movie theaters.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_vHwfDNGdg