Hazard (1948): cast, story & where to watch

1948 · Film

Hazard poster

Released in 1948, Hazard is a comedy and drama film directed by George Marshall, running about 95 minutes. “IMAGINE WINNING HER...On the Turn of a Card!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. As part of a bet, a compulsive gambler agrees to marry the winner, a professional gambler. Before he can "collect," she skips town. The gambler hires a private detective to track her down so he can collect his "winnings."

Who’s in it. Hazard stars Paulette Goddard as Ellen Crane, Macdonald Carey as J.D. Storm, Fred Clark as Lonnie Burns and Frank Faylen as Oscar, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hazard page.

If you liked it. Fans of Hazard tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Hazard (1948)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hazard change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Hazard?
Hazard stars Paulette Goddard, Macdonald Carey, Fred Clark, Frank Faylen and Percy Helton.
When was Hazard released?
Hazard was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.