Movie

The Burglar

“A trail of perfume... and violence!”

★ 5.7(36)19571h 30m

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Good to know

Director: Paul Wendkos
Release date: 1957-06-01
Runtime: 1h 30m
Language: English
Budget: $90,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Columbia Pictures

The Burglar — trailer

About The Burglar

The Burglar is a 1957 movie in the Crime and Thriller genres, directed by Paul Wendkos, starring Dan Duryea, Jayne Mansfield and Martha Vickers. It has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.7/10 from 36 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Burglar in Hong Kong — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Burglar Nat Harbin and his two associates set their sights on wealthy spiritualist Sister Sarah, who has inherited a fortune -- including a renowned emerald necklace -- from a Philadelphia financier. Using Nat's female ward, Gladden, to pose as an admirer and case the mansion where the woman lives, they set up a perfect break-in. Things get complicated afterwards.

Cast

Dan Duryea

Nat Harbin

Jayne Mansfield

Gladden

Martha Vickers

Della

Peter Capell

Baylock

Mickey Shaughnessy

Dohmer

Wendell K. Phillips

Police Captain

Phoebe Mackay

Sister Sara

Stewart Bradley

Charlie

John Facenda

News Commentator

Sam Elber

Person

Frank Hall

News Reporter

Steve Allison

State Trooper

Themes & keywords

burglarfilm noir

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Burglar in Hong Kong?+

The Burglar is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Hong Kong. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Burglar on Netflix?+

The Burglar is not on Netflix in Hong Kong right now.

How long is The Burglar?+

The Burglar has a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

Who stars in The Burglar?+

The Burglar stars Dan Duryea, Jayne Mansfield, Martha Vickers, Peter Capell and Mickey Shaughnessy.

When did The Burglar come out?+

The Burglar is a 1957 movie directed by Paul Wendkos.

What genre is The Burglar?+

The Burglar is Crime and Thriller film.

Who directed The Burglar?+

The Burglar was directed by Paul Wendkos.