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The Burglar

"A trail of perfume... and violence!"

June 1, 1957 1h 30m 5.6/10 (34 votes)

Originally released in 1957. The Burglar is a crime/thriller film. directed by Paul Wendkos.

Starring Dan Duryea, Jayne Mansfield, and Martha Vickers

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date June 1, 1957 68 years ago
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Runtime 1h 30m 90 minutes total
User Rating 5.6/10 Mixed (34 votes)
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Budget $90K Production budget
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$90,000

Production Companies

  • Columbia Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Burglar about?

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 financie...

Who directed The Burglar?

The Burglar was directed by Paul Wendkos.

How long is The Burglar?

The Burglar has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).

When was The Burglar released?

The Burglar was released on June 1, 1957 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Burglar?

The main cast of The Burglar includes Dan Duryea, Jayne Mansfield, Martha Vickers, Peter Capell, Mickey Shaughnessy.