Youth's Gamble (1925): cast, story & where to watch
1925 · Film · ★ 9

Released in 1925, Youth's Gamble is an action, comedy and drama film directed by Albert S. Rogell, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. William Ignatius Newton, a charmingly worthless young man, inherits a car, a dime, and a valet from his millionaire father, then sets out to learn about life. However, the elder Newton is still alive and has commissioned female detective Hazel Dawn to monitor William's activities, in the hope that the experience will make a man of him.
Who’s in it. Youth's Gamble stars Reed Howes as William Ignatius Newton, James Thompson as Addison Simms, Margaret Morris as Hazel Dawn and Wilfred Lucas as Harry Blaine, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Youth's Gamble sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Youth's Gamble page.
If you liked it. Fans of Youth's Gamble tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Youth's Gamble (1925)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Youth's Gamble change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Youth's Gamble worth watching?
- Youth's Gamble holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Youth's Gamble?
- Youth's Gamble stars Reed Howes, James Thompson, Margaret Morris, Wilfred Lucas and Gale Henry.
- When was Youth's Gamble released?
- Youth's Gamble was released in 1925, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.