Half a Chance (1920): cast, story & where to watch
1920 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1920, Half a Chance is a drama film directed by Robert Thornby, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. A convict being transported to Australia from England in the 1800's saves the life of a young girl during a shipwreck. Ten years later in England, she meets a brilliant attorney with secrets in his past.
Who’s in it. Half a Chance stars Mahlon Hamilton as John Steele, Mary McAllister as Jocelyn Wray, 10 years old, Lillian Rich as Jocelyn Wray, 20 years old and Sidney Ainsworth as Jack Ronsdale, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Half a Chance has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Half a Chance page.
If you liked it. Fans of Half a Chance tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Half a Chance (1920)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Half a Chance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Half a Chance worth watching?
- Half a Chance holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Half a Chance?
- Half a Chance stars Mahlon Hamilton, Mary McAllister, Lillian Rich, Sidney Ainsworth and John Gough.
- When was Half a Chance released?
- Half a Chance was released in 1920, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.