A Philadelphia heist spins out of control in this noir-tinged crime drama.
THE BURGLAR
A trail of perfume... and violence!
A thief, his half sister and his gang steal a diamond necklace from a Philadelphia mansion.
The Burglar is a 1957 United States crime, drama, and thriller film directed by Paul Wendkos about a thief and his gang who steal a diamond necklace from a Philadelphia mansion, only to face complications afterward.
The SassyFlix Take
Safecrackers, beach bikinis, and a Steinway grand—Philadelphia never looked so shady.
Why Cult
Crime, drama, and thriller blend with a moody noir style, making every scene as shadowy as its characters’ motives.
Jayne Mansfield stands out as Gladden, the alluring accomplice whose involvement in the heist plot is anything but ornamental.
The action unfolds in Philadelphia and Atlantic City, giving the film a gritty urban backdrop for its criminal exploits.
Tagged as a 'Psychotronic Film,' this is cult cinema with oddball flourishes—from unconventional characters to unexpected plot twists.
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What is The Burglar about? +
The Burglar is about a thief, his half sister, and his gang who steal a diamond necklace from a Philadelphia mansion, leading to unforeseen complications.
When was The Burglar released? +
The Burglar was released in 1957.
Who directed The Burglar? +
The Burglar was directed by Paul Wendkos.
How long is The Burglar? +
The Burglar has a runtime of 90 minutes.
What genre is The Burglar? +
The Burglar is a crime, drama, and thriller film.
Where can I watch The Burglar? +
The Burglar is available for streaming on SassyFlix.