Movie

The Lady Gambles

“Once she was someone's wife ... now she's just someone's luck !”

★ 6.1(34)19491h 39m

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Good to know

Director: Michael Gordon
Release date: 1949-05-20
Runtime: 1h 39m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal International Pictures

About The Lady Gambles

The Lady Gambles is a 1949 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Michael Gordon, starring Barbara Stanwyck, Robert Preston and Stephen McNally. It has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.1/10 from 34 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Lady Gambles in Switzerland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When Joan Boothe accompanies husband-reporter David to Las Vegas, she begins gambling to pass the time while he is doing a story. Encouraged by the casino manager, she gets hooked on gambling, to the point where she "borrows" David's expense money to pursue her addiction. This finally breaks up their marriage, but David continues trying to help her.

Cast

Barbara Stanwyck

Joan Phillips Boothe

Robert Preston

David Boothe

Stephen McNally

Horace Corrigan

Edith Barrett

Ruth Phillips

John Hoyt

Dr. Rojac

Elliott Sullivan

Barky

John Harmon

Frenchy

Philip Van Zandt

Chuck (as Phil Van Zandt)

Leif Erickson

Tony

Curt Conway

Bank Clerk

Houseley Stevenson

Pawnbroker

Don Beddoe

Mr. Dennis Sutherland

Themes & keywords

mexicocasinocheatinggamblingsuicide attemptroulettecompulsive gamblingaddictionfilm noirlas vegaspoker gamedivorcehorse trackhorse racingcraps

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Lady Gambles in Switzerland?+

The Lady Gambles is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Switzerland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Lady Gambles on Netflix?+

The Lady Gambles is not on Netflix in Switzerland right now.

How long is The Lady Gambles?+

The Lady Gambles has a runtime of 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

Who stars in The Lady Gambles?+

The Lady Gambles stars Barbara Stanwyck, Robert Preston, Stephen McNally, Edith Barrett and John Hoyt.

When did The Lady Gambles come out?+

The Lady Gambles is a 1949 movie directed by Michael Gordon.

What genre is The Lady Gambles?+

The Lady Gambles is Drama film.

Who directed The Lady Gambles?+

The Lady Gambles was directed by Michael Gordon.