A Burglar to the Rescue
“"THE SHADOW" DETECTIVE STORIES”
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He is working on the books to cover his crimes, when a visitor arrives with a gun. In the conversation that ensues, it is revealed that the visitor is an escaped convict that was a former employee of the bank. He was railroaded to prison to cover the crooked banker's crime. As with other entries in this series, there is a shadow projected every so often with a voice forecasting what is to come.
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About A Burglar to the Rescue
“"THE SHADOW" DETECTIVE STORIES”
He is working on the books to cover his crimes, when a visitor arrives with a gun. In the conversation that ensues, it is revealed that the visitor is an escaped convict that was a former employee of the bank. He was railroaded to prison to cover the crooked banker's crime. As with other entries in this series, there is a shadow projected every so often with a voice forecasting what is to come. Running 18 minutes.
A Burglar to the Rescue Cast and Characters
The cast features Thurston Hall (as The Banker, Steve Corley), Charlotte Wynters (as The Girl, Marian), Frank Shannon (as The Burglar, Holtz aka Jack Dunning), Arthur Aylesworth (as The Detective, Andy Hurley), and Frank Readick (as The Shadow (voice) (uncredited)). Their performances are a major reason A Burglar to the Rescue has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason A Burglar to the Rescue keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch A Burglar to the Rescue online for free?
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How long is A Burglar to the Rescue?
A Burglar to the Rescue runs for 18 minutes (about 0.3 hour).
Is A Burglar to the Rescue good? What's the rating?
A Burglar to the Rescue holds a 7.5/10 rating based on 2 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of A Burglar to the Rescue?
The main cast includes Thurston Hall, Charlotte Wynters, Frank Shannon, and Arthur Aylesworth, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is A Burglar to the Rescue available in English?
Yes — A Burglar to the Rescue was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was A Burglar to the Rescue released?
A Burglar to the Rescue was released in 1931.
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What is A Burglar to the Rescue about?
A Burglar to the Rescue is a Thriller/Crime English-language film. He is working on the books to cover his crimes, when a visitor arrives with a gun. In the conversation that ensues, it is revealed that the visitor is an escaped convict that was a former employee of the bank. He was railroaded to prison to cover the crooked banker's crime. As with other entries in this series, there is a shadow projected every so often with a voice forecasting what is to come.
When was A Burglar to the Rescue released?
A Burglar to the Rescue was released on September 7, 1931. It has a runtime of 18m. The film was produced by Bryan Foy Productions.
Who stars in A Burglar to the Rescue?
A Burglar to the Rescue stars Thurston Hall, Charlotte Wynters, Frank Shannon and Arthur Aylesworth. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is A Burglar to the Rescue available in HD?
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