The Gambler and the Lady (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1952, The Gambler and the Lady is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Patrick Jenkins, running about 72 minutes. “Their wheel of fortune was spun by the cold steel of an automatic!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A greedy but successful professional gambler wants to join the British Establishment when he falls in love with a blue-blooded lady. But first he must mend his ways and then dump his nightclub singer girl friend. She's not so easy to get rid of, neither is his past.
Who’s in it. The Gambler and the Lady stars Dane Clark as Jim Forster, Kathleen Byron as Pat, Naomi Chance as Lady Susan Willens and Meredith Edwards as Dave Davies, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Gambler and the Lady 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 Gambler and the Lady page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gambler and the Lady tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gambler and the Lady (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gambler and the Lady change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Gambler and the Lady worth watching?
- The Gambler and the Lady holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Gambler and the Lady?
- The Gambler and the Lady stars Dane Clark, Kathleen Byron, Naomi Chance, Meredith Edwards and Anthony Forwood.
- When was The Gambler and the Lady released?
- The Gambler and the Lady was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.