The Burglar (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1928, The Burglar is a comedy film directed by Frank Capra, running about 30 minutes.
What it’s about. A man, accidentally locked out of his house is mistaken for a burglar as he attempts to re-enter the house. The gag is that the person mistaking him, is an actual burglar thinking the man to be a rival to his score.
Who’s in it. The Burglar stars Raymond McKee as Jimmy Smith, Ruth Hiatt as Mabel Smith, Mary Ann Jackson as Bubbles Smith and Otto Fries as Gaspipe McGook, Bungalow Burglar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Burglar has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Burglar page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Burglar tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Burglar (1928)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Burglar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Burglar worth watching?
- The Burglar holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Burglar?
- The Burglar stars Raymond McKee, Ruth Hiatt, Mary Ann Jackson, Otto Fries and Sunshine Hart.
- When was The Burglar released?
- The Burglar was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 30 minutes.