The Gamblers (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film
Released in 1929, The Gamblers is a drama film directed by Michael Curtiz, running about 71 minutes. “The Dramatic Conflict of Lives and loves Entangled in the Coils of Wall St. Ticker tape!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A father-and-son team of cons gamble their firm’s assets. The son is caught investing money that doesn't belong to him and is indicted on a swindling charge. The plot gets spicy when the District Attorney handling the case is his former sweetheart's husband. This situation gives the DA an opportunity to prosecute his romantic rival.
Who’s in it. The Gamblers stars H.B. Warner as James Darwin, Lois Wilson as Catherine Darwin, Jason Robards Sr. as Carvel Emerson and George Fawcett as Emerson Sr., among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Gamblers page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gamblers tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gamblers (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gamblers change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Gamblers?
- The Gamblers stars H.B. Warner, Lois Wilson, Jason Robards Sr., George Fawcett and Johnny Arthur.
- When was The Gamblers released?
- The Gamblers was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 71 minutes.