Just out of jail and vowing to go straight, former jewel thief Boston Blackie, undertakes the reformation of a pretty blonde who has stolen a necklace from a cabaret dancer. He learns that the jewel belongs to the mother of the blonde girl, and the blonde's philandering father gave it as a gift to the cabaret girl. Now, Blackie must find a way to return the necklace to the owner's safe without arousing the suspicions of the girl's family.
Practical Effects
Strongheart the dog out-acts everyone with zero dialogue.
Production
Genuine 1920s cabaret and prison sets, no recreation needed.
Director
Harry O. Hoyt
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Strongheart was Hollywood's first major canine star, earning $350 weekly in 1927 — more than most human supporting actors.
This was the second of fourteen Boston Blackie films; the character originated in pulp magazines and would later transition to radio and 1940s B-movies with Chester Morris.
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