The Wonderful Chance (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1920, The Wonderful Chance is a drama and crime film directed by George Archainbaud, running about 52 minutes.
What it’s about. Upon leaving prison, an ex con vows to go straight, but circumstances force him to return to crime. Meanwhile, a gang of crooks kidnaps a visiting British aristocrat, but the ex-con has an incredible likeness to the Englishman, and his intended hosts take him home to their mansion.
Who’s in it. The Wonderful Chance stars Eugene O'Brien as Lord Birmingham / 'Swagger' Barlow, Martha Mansfield as Peggy Winton, Tom Blake as 'Red' Dugan and Rudolph Valentino as Joe Klingsby, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, The Wonderful Chance has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wonderful Chance page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wonderful Chance tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wonderful Chance (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wonderful Chance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wonderful Chance worth watching?
- The Wonderful Chance holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wonderful Chance?
- The Wonderful Chance stars Eugene O'Brien, Martha Mansfield, Tom Blake, Rudolph Valentino and Joseph Flanagan.
- When was The Wonderful Chance released?
- The Wonderful Chance was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 52 minutes.