Gambling Lady (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1934, Gambling Lady is a drama and mystery film directed by Archie Mayo, running about 66 minutes. “SHE WAITED FIVE YEARS FOR THIS ROLE!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A businesslike syndicate runs all the gambling joints in town; least profitable is honest Mike Lee's. Under pressure to allow cheating, Mike "walks out," leaving tough-minded daughter Lady Lee to earn a living the only way she knows. She soon becomes a success gambling among the rich, but, falling out with the syndicate, she considers the marriage proposal of blueblood Garry Madison. Can such a match work despite snobbery and old associations?
Who’s in it. Gambling Lady stars Barbara Stanwyck as Jennifer Lady Lee, Joel McCrea as Garry Madison, Pat O’Brien as Charlie Lang and Claire Dodd as Sheila Aiken, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Gambling Lady has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Gambling Lady page.
If you liked it. Fans of Gambling Lady tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Gambling Lady (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Gambling Lady change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Gambling Lady worth watching?
- Gambling Lady holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Gambling Lady?
- Gambling Lady stars Barbara Stanwyck, Joel McCrea, Pat O’Brien, Claire Dodd and C. Aubrey Smith.
- When was Gambling Lady released?
- Gambling Lady was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.