Cheating Cheaters (1927): cast, story & where to watch
1927 · Film
Released in 1927, Cheating Cheaters is a comedy and crime film directed by Edward Laemmle, running about 60 minutes. “He cheated thru life, but he would not be cheated out of the girl he loved. He cheated-she cheated-they all cheated.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Nan Carey ( Betty Compson ), a shoplifter, is caught by the police but acquitted through the influence of Lazare ( Lucien Littlefield ), a crooked lawyer, who places her with a gang of crooks. Posing as the Brockton family, they move to a seaside home, where they plan to steal the jewel collection of the Palmers, their neighbours. Nan wins the confidence of the family by flirting with Tom ( Kenneth Harlan ), who becomes infatuated and wants to go away with her, but she refuses him. Tom is caught red-handed in the Brockton mansion attempting to steal their jewels while Nan is making a success of the Palmer robbery.
Who’s in it. Cheating Cheaters stars Betty Compson as Nan Carey, Kenneth Harlan as Tom Palmer, Sylvia Ashton as Mrs. Brockton and Erwin Connelly as Mr. Brockton, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Cheating Cheaters page.
If you liked it. Fans of Cheating Cheaters tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Cheating Cheaters (1927)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Cheating Cheaters change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Cheating Cheaters?
- Cheating Cheaters stars Betty Compson, Kenneth Harlan, Sylvia Ashton, Erwin Connelly and Maude Turner Gordon.
- When was Cheating Cheaters released?
- Cheating Cheaters was released in 1927, with a runtime of about 60 minutes.