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Burglar Proof

Synopsis

When John Harlow loses his sweetheart Jenny Larkin as a result of poverty, he vows never to be broke again and leaves town. He moves to the city, and several years later, after pinching his pennies, he becomes financially successful. One night, while at a dance hall, he runs into Jenny who is now employed as a dance hall hostess. Jenny decides to fleece John and sets him up with Laura, one of her colleagues. Laura is innocent of the scheme, and she and John fall in love. Jenny becomes jealous and attempts to reclaim John by telling him that Laura is having an affair with Richard Crane. John believes her until he discovers that Crane has just married Laura's mother. He proposes to Laura, and she accepts on the condition that he relinquish his spendthrift ways.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

November 21, 1920

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Maurice Campbell
Screenplay & Story
Thomas J. Geraghty, William Slavens McNutt
Original Title
Burglar Proof
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
50m
Production Studios
Famous Players-Lasky Corporation

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Maurice Campbell

Screenplay & Story

Thomas J. Geraghty, William Slavens McNutt

Department Leadership Roster

Maurice Campbell

Director

Thomas J. Geraghty

Writer

William Slavens McNutt

Writer

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Frequently Asked Questions About Burglar Proof

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Burglar Proof about?

When John Harlow loses his sweetheart Jenny Larkin as a result of poverty, he vows never to be broke again and leaves town. He moves to the city, and several years later, after pinching his pennies, he becomes financially successful. One night, while at a dance hall, he runs into Jenny who is now employed as a dance hall hostess. Jenny decides to fleece John and sets him up with Laura, one of her colleagues. Laura is innocent of the scheme, and she and John fall in love. Jenny becomes jealous and attempts to reclaim John by telling him that Laura is having an affair with Richard Crane. John believes her until he discovers that Crane has just married Laura's mother. He proposes to Laura, and she accepts on the condition that he relinquish his spendthrift ways.

Who directed Burglar Proof?

Burglar Proof was directed by Maurice Campbell.

Who stars in Burglar Proof?

The principal cast of Burglar Proof includes Bryant Washburn, Lois Wilson, Grace Morse, Emily Chichester, Clarence Geldart.

When was Burglar Proof released and how long is it?

Burglar Proof was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 50m.