The Lone Chance (1924): cast, story & where to watch
1924 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1924, The Lone Chance is a drama film directed by Howard M. Mitchell, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Penniless inventor Jack Saunders, in search of a girl he loves, assumes the guilt for a murder in return for $20,000 and promise of a pardon at the end of a year. When the agreement is not fulfilled, he breaks jail and appears, demanding justice, before the governor, whose daughter, Margaret, committed the crime in self-defense. Saunders prevents her forced marriage to politician Burke, and Margaret, recognizing her lost love, clears his name and is herself exonerated.
Who’s in it. The Lone Chance stars John Gilbert as Jack Saunders, Evelyn Brent as Margaret West, John Miljan as Lew Brody and Edwin B. Tilton as Governor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Lone Chance 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 The Lone Chance page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lone Chance tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lone Chance (1924)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lone Chance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lone Chance worth watching?
- The Lone Chance holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Lone Chance?
- The Lone Chance stars John Gilbert, Evelyn Brent, John Miljan, Edwin B. Tilton and Harry Todd.
- When was The Lone Chance released?
- The Lone Chance was released in 1924, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.