Movie

The Chance of a Lifetime

“ARRESTED FOR A MURDER HE DIDN'T COMMIT!”

★ 6.7(7)19431h 5m

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Good to know

Director: William Castle
Release date: 1943-10-26
Runtime: 1h 5m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Columbia Pictures
Part of: Boston Blackie Collection

About The Chance of a Lifetime

The Chance of a Lifetime is a 1943 movie in the Crime and Mystery genres, directed by William Castle, starring Chester Morris, Erik Rolf and Jeanne Bates. It has a runtime of 1 hour 5 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 7 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Chance of a Lifetime in Germany — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A mad scramble for stolen loot ensues after Boston Blackie has prisoners released for work in a wartime defence plant.

Cast

Chester Morris

Horatio 'Boston Blackie' Black

Erik Rolf

Dooley Watson

Jeanne Bates

Mary Watson

Richard Lane

Insp. John Farraday

George E. Stone

The Runt

Lloyd Corrigan

Arthur Manleder

Douglas Fowley

Nails Blanton (Uncredited)

Sid Melton

Benny Hines (Uncredited)

Ray Teal

Policeman Joe (Uncredited)

Maude Eburne

Edna Counihan (Uncredited)

Arthur Hunnicutt

Elwood "Tex" Stewart (Uncredited)

Cy Kendall

Jumbo Madigan (Uncredited)

Themes & keywords

boston blackie

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Chance of a Lifetime in Germany?+

The Chance of a Lifetime is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Germany. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Chance of a Lifetime on Netflix?+

The Chance of a Lifetime is not on Netflix in Germany right now.

How long is The Chance of a Lifetime?+

The Chance of a Lifetime has a runtime of 1 hour 5 minutes (65 minutes).

Who stars in The Chance of a Lifetime?+

The Chance of a Lifetime stars Chester Morris, Erik Rolf, Jeanne Bates, Richard Lane and George E. Stone.

When did The Chance of a Lifetime come out?+

The Chance of a Lifetime is a 1943 movie directed by William Castle.

What genre is The Chance of a Lifetime?+

The Chance of a Lifetime is Crime and Mystery film.

Who directed The Chance of a Lifetime?+

The Chance of a Lifetime was directed by William Castle.