Street of Chance
Synopsis
'Natural' Davis (William Powell) is a respected gambler who follows a ruthless code of honor with those who cheat against him. His wife, Alma (Kay Francis), wants to divorce him because of his addiction and lifestyle, but they agree on a reconciliation and second honeymoon together and 'Natural' promises to give up gambling. However, his plans change when his brother, 'Babe' (Regis Toomey), arrives in town looking to score big, and 'Natural' has to devise a plan quickly to put him off gambling forever.
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William Powell
John D. Marsden / 'Natural' Davis
Jean Arthur
Judith Marsden
Kay Francis
Alma Marsden
Regis Toomey
'Babe' Marsden
Stanley Fields
Dorgan
Brooks Benedict
Al Mastick
Betty Francisco
Mrs. Mastick
John Risso
Tony
Joan Standing
Miss Abrams
Maurice Black
Nick
Irving Bacon
Harry
Oscar Apfel
Bartender (uncredited)
G. Pat Collins
Police Officer (uncredited)
John Cromwell
Imbrie (uncredited)
Gordon De Main
Gambler (uncredited)
Jack Luden
Holland House Hotel Clerk (uncredited)
William H. O'Brien
Waiter (uncredited)
Broderick O'Farrell
Gambler (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Lincoln, Nebraska
Festival / Special Debut
February 8, 1930
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Cromwell
- Screenplay & Story
- Lenore J. Coffee, Ben Hecht, Oliver H.P. Garrett, Howard Estabrook, Charles MacArthur
- Original Score
- John Leipold
- Original Title
- Street of Chance
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Cromwell
Lenore J. Coffee, Ben Hecht, Oliver H.P. Garrett, Howard Estabrook, Charles MacArthur
John Leipold
Charles Lang
Otho Lovering
David O. Selznick
Department Leadership Roster
John Cromwell
Director
Lenore J. Coffee
Writer
Ben Hecht
Writer
Howard Estabrook
Writer
Travis Banton
Costume Design
Charles MacArthur
Writer
David O. Selznick
Producer
Otho Lovering
Editor
Charles Lang
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Street of Chance
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What is Street of Chance about?
'Natural' Davis (William Powell) is a respected gambler who follows a ruthless code of honor with those who cheat against him. His wife, Alma (Kay Francis), wants to divorce him because of his addiction and lifestyle, but they agree on a reconciliation and second honeymoon together and 'Natural' promises to give up gambling. However, his plans change when his brother, 'Babe' (Regis Toomey), arrives in town looking to score big, and 'Natural' has to devise a plan quickly to put him off gambling forever.
Who directed Street of Chance?
Street of Chance was directed by John Cromwell.
Who stars in Street of Chance?
The principal cast of Street of Chance includes William Powell, Jean Arthur, Kay Francis, Regis Toomey, Stanley Fields.
When was Street of Chance released and how long is it?
Street of Chance was released in 1930 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for Street of Chance?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Street of Chance was composed by John Leipold.