The Burglar on the Roof
Synopsis
There is a burglar on the rooftop of a Manhattan office building, and he is trying to break in. Two women spot him, and one of them begins beating him with a broom as they wait for help to arrive. Soon others do appear on the scene to help, but by now the burglar has decided that he is going to put up a fight in an attempt to escape.
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December 1, 1898
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Stuart Blackton
- Original Title
- The Burglar on the Roof
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1m
- Production Studios
- Edison Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Stuart Blackton
Department Leadership Roster
J. Stuart Blackton
Director
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What is The Burglar on the Roof about?
There is a burglar on the rooftop of a Manhattan office building, and he is trying to break in. Two women spot him, and one of them begins beating him with a broom as they wait for help to arrive. Soon others do appear on the scene to help, but by now the burglar has decided that he is going to put up a fight in an attempt to escape.
Who directed The Burglar on the Roof?
The Burglar on the Roof was directed by J. Stuart Blackton.
Who stars in The Burglar on the Roof?
The principal cast of The Burglar on the Roof includes J. Stuart Blackton.
When was The Burglar on the Roof released and how long is it?
The Burglar on the Roof was released in 1898 with a total runtime of 1m.