Burglar by Proxy (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film
Released in 1919, Burglar by Proxy is a comedy film directed by John Francis Dillon, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. A terrible toothache causes Jack Robin to stop his automobile in front of the home of Dorothy Mason. Noticing a flat tire, Jack attaches his automatic pump and forgets about it as he listens enthralled to Dorothy's singing. When the sound of the burst tire brings Dorothy running out, Jack feigns injury so he can be nursed by her. After he leaves the house, and Dorothy's father discovers some important invention plans missing, Harlan Graves, Dorothy's suitor, suggests that Jack stole them. Jack, suspecting Graves, breaks into Graves' home to clear himself and meets a real burglar, "Spider" Kelly, who adopts Jack as his guide. They blow up a safe at a house party where Jack suspects the plans to be hidden. The papers are found, Graves is arrested and Spider, disappointed that Jack made such a mess in blowing the safe, goes off, leaving Dorothy and Jack happily alone.
Who’s in it. Burglar by Proxy stars Jack Pickford as Jack Robin, Gloria Hope as Dorothy Mason, John Francis Dillon as 'Spider' Kelly and Robert Walker as Harlan Graves, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Burglar by Proxy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Burglar by Proxy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Burglar by Proxy (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Burglar by Proxy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Burglar by Proxy?
- Burglar by Proxy stars Jack Pickford, Gloria Hope, John Francis Dillon, Robert Walker and Tom Guise.
- When was Burglar by Proxy released?
- Burglar by Proxy was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.