An Absent-Minded Burglar
Of course he is a big boob, but he aspired to be a hold-up man. In trying to hold up a couple of fellows on the street he is held up himself, for they are professionals at the game. They tell him to join them and become a real crook. The ambition of his life is realized. At first he looks promising to the gang, so enthusiastic is he, but later they are forced to chase him on account of his blunders.
- Released
- 1912
Details
Release year: 1912
Storyline
Of course he is a big boob, but he aspired to be a hold-up man. In trying to hold up a couple of fellows on the street he is held up himself, for they are professionals at the game. They tell him to join them and become a real crook. The ambition of his life is realized. At first he looks promising to the gang, so enthusiastic is he, but later they are forced to chase him on account of his blunders.
Top credits
- Edward Dillon — Mr. Hardluck
- Madge Kirby — Mrs. Hardluck
- Charles Murray — First Crook
- John T. Dillon — Second Crook