The Adorable Cheat (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film
Released in 1928, The Adorable Cheat is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Burton L. King, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. The daughter of a wealthy industrialist wants to take over the company when her father retires, but the father--an old-fashioned sort who doesn't believe that "girls" belong in business--is planning on leaving the company to her wastrel playboy brother. In order to prove to her dad that she can handle the job, she disguises herself as an ordinary "working girl" and gets a job in her dad's plant. There she meets and falls in love with a clerk. She brings the young man home to meet her folks, but during the evening the family safe is robbed, and all signs point to her new boyfriend.
Who’s in it. The Adorable Cheat stars Lila Lee as Marion Dorsey, Cornelius Keefe as George Mason, Burr McIntosh as Cyrus Dorsey and Reginald Sheffield as Will Dorsey, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Adorable Cheat page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Adorable Cheat tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Adorable Cheat (1928)?
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- Who stars in The Adorable Cheat?
- The Adorable Cheat stars Lila Lee, Cornelius Keefe, Burr McIntosh, Reginald Sheffield and Gladden James.