The Chance of a Lifetime
“ARRESTED FOR A MURDER HE DIDN'T COMMIT!”
Synopsis
A mad scramble for stolen loot ensues after Boston Blackie has prisoners released for work in a wartime defence plant.
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Top Cast
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Chester Morris
Horatio 'Boston Blackie' Black
Erik Rolf
Dooley Watson
Jeanne Bates
Mary Watson
Richard Lane
Insp. John Farraday
George E. Stone
The Runt
Lloyd Corrigan
Arthur Manleder
Douglas Fowley
Nails Blanton (Uncredited)
Sid Melton
Benny Hines (Uncredited)
Ray Teal
Policeman Joe (Uncredited)
Maude Eburne
Edna Counihan (Uncredited)
Arthur Hunnicutt
Elwood "Tex" Stewart (Uncredited)
Cy Kendall
Jumbo Madigan (Uncredited)
Larry Olsen
Johnny Watson (Uncredited)
Pierre Watkin
State Governor Rutledge (Uncredited)
Walter Sande
Detective Sergeant Matthews (Uncredited)
Jack Carr
Carpet Man (Uncredited)
Richard Alexander
Carpet Man (Uncredited)
George Anderson
Warden J.A. Edwards (Uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 26, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Castle
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Boyle, Paul Yawitz
- Original Title
- The Chance of a Lifetime
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Castle
Jack Boyle, Paul Yawitz
Ernest Miller
Jerome Thoms
Wallace MacDonald
Department Leadership Roster
William Castle
Director
Paul Yawitz
Writer
Jerome Thoms
Editor
Wallace MacDonald
Producer
Ernest Miller
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Chance of a Lifetime
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Chance of a Lifetime about?
A mad scramble for stolen loot ensues after Boston Blackie has prisoners released for work in a wartime defence plant.
Who directed The Chance of a Lifetime?
The Chance of a Lifetime was directed by William Castle.
Who stars in The Chance of a Lifetime?
The principal cast of The Chance of a Lifetime includes Chester Morris, Erik Rolf, Jeanne Bates, Richard Lane, George E. Stone.
When was The Chance of a Lifetime released and how long is it?
The Chance of a Lifetime was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.
Is The Chance of a Lifetime based on a book or true story?
The Chance of a Lifetime is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Jack Boyle".