The Burglar’s Dilemma 111 years old

In this latter day Cain and Abel story, a jealous brother strikes down his sibling just as a young burglar is about to enter the house. The jealous brother summons police, who then charge the intruder with murder.

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The Burglar’s Dilemma Cast

Name Character
Henry B. Walthall He was 34, 58 years old when he died as Householder's Weakling Brother
Lillian Gish She was 19, 99 years old when she died as Birthday Wellwisher
Lionel Barrymore He was 34, 76 years old when he died as The Householder
Robert Harron He was 19, 27 years old when he died as Young Burglar
Harry Carey He was 34, 69 years old when he died as Older Crook
Dorothy Gish She was 14, 70 years old when she died as Birthday Wellwisher
Adolph Lestina He was 51, 78 years old when he died as The Butler

The Burglar’s Dilemma Crew

Name Department
D.W. Griffith as Director. He was 37 (73) years old when He died Directing
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The Burglar’s Dilemma (111 years)

  • Release day: Monday, December 16, 1912
  • Runtime: 15 minutes