The Exquisite Thief
Originally released in 1919. The Exquisite Thief is a drama/crime film. directed by Tod Browning. At just 10 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Priscilla Dean, Thurston Hall, and Milton Ross
Synopsis
Blue Jean Billie (Dean), a prosperous young woman crook who lives apart from the denizens of the underworld, has pulled off many robberies of the high society world with the help of her pal Shaver Michael (De Grasse). Billie gains admission to the Vanderhoof dinner at which the engagement of their daughter to Lord Chesterton (Hall) will be announced. While the dinner is in progress, Billie gags and handcuffs special officer Detective Wood (Ross), and proceeds to make a wholesale robbery of the guests. She flees in an automobile and none succeed in tracking her save Lord Chesterton. She makes a prisoner of him, but a police raid follows and she must flee. Once more Lord Chesterton succeeds in following her and again she makes him her prisoner, but she learns to trust and love him. The special agent and Shaver Michael arrive at the scene with resulting complications, but a happy end results for all.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 28, 1919
106 years ago
Runtime
0h 10m
10 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Exquisite Thief about?
Blue Jean Billie (Dean), a prosperous young woman crook who lives apart from the denizens of the underworld, has pulled off many robberies of the high society world with the help of her pal Shaver ...
Who directed The Exquisite Thief?
The Exquisite Thief was directed by Tod Browning.
How long is The Exquisite Thief?
The Exquisite Thief has a runtime of 0 hours and 10 minutes (10 minutes total).
When was The Exquisite Thief released?
The Exquisite Thief was released on April 28, 1919 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Exquisite Thief?
The main cast of The Exquisite Thief includes Priscilla Dean, Thurston Hall, Milton Ross, Sam De Grasse, Jean Calhoun.