The Sport of Kings
Synopsis
Algernon Sprigg, a horse-racing fanatic, is convinced that everyone is a gambler at heart. To prove his theory, he bets a friend that he can convert Amos Purdie, the puritanical head of an anti-betting association, into a punter within a week.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Victor Saville
- Screenplay & Story
- Angus MacPhail, Ian Hay
- Original Title
- The Sport of Kings
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Production Studios
- Gainsborough Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Victor Saville
Angus MacPhail, Ian Hay
Alex Bryce, Freddie Young
Thorold Dickinson
Victor Saville
Department Leadership Roster
Victor Saville
Director
Alex Bryce
Director of Photography
Freddie Young
Director of Photography
Angus MacPhail
Writer
Walter W. Murton
Production Design
Thorold Dickinson
Editor
Victor Saville
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sport of Kings
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What is The Sport of Kings about?
Algernon Sprigg, a horse-racing fanatic, is convinced that everyone is a gambler at heart. To prove his theory, he bets a friend that he can convert Amos Purdie, the puritanical head of an anti-betting association, into a punter within a week.
Who directed The Sport of Kings?
The Sport of Kings was directed by Victor Saville.
Who stars in The Sport of Kings?
The principal cast of The Sport of Kings includes Leslie Henson, Hugh Wakefield, Gordon Harker, Jack Melford, Willie Graham.
When was The Sport of Kings released and how long is it?
The Sport of Kings was released in 1931 with a total runtime of 1h 38m.