Burglar
1987, English. Directed by Hugh Wilson.
A first rate comedy about a second story woman.
Bernice "Bernie" Rhodenbarr is a burglar by trade, and she runs a bookstore as well. Her friend Carl Hefler is a dog groomer. After a successful burglary, it's discovered that a dead body was in the house she burgled. As she's the only one who can be placed at the scene of the crime, she has to use her criminal skills to clear her name of the murder AND avoid getting charged with the burglary.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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5.2/10 from 111 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Burglar is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- Hugh WilsonDirector
- Whoopi GoldbergBernice 'Bernie' Rhodenbarr
- Bobcat GoldthwaitCarl Hefler
- G.W. BaileyRay Kirschman
- Lesley Ann WarrenDr. Cynthia Sheldrake
- John GoodmanDetective Nyswander
- Vyto RuginisK.E. Graybow
- James HandyCarson Verrill
- Anne DeSalvoDetective Todras
- Elizabeth RuscioFrankie
- Larry MintzVincent 'Knobby' DiCarno
- Raye BirkThe Jogger
- Eric PoppickDeliveryman
Details
- Released
- 20 March 1987
- Country
- Canada, United States of America
- Written by
- Jeph Loeb, Matthew Weisman, Hugh Wilson
- Budget
- $13M
- Box office
- $16M
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Burglar: quick answers
Is Burglar worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.2/10 from 111 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Burglar?
Burglar runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does Burglar have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Burglar. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Burglar parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Burglar is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Burglar on?
Burglar is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Burglar?
If you liked Burglar, try 68 Kill, Greedy People, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang.
Who directed Burglar?
Burglar (1987) was directed by Hugh Wilson and stars Whoopi Goldberg, Bobcat Goldthwait, G.W. Bailey.