Street of Chance

Street of Chance

1930 · 75 min · ★ 6.8 · Crime, Drama

'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.

Directed by John Cromwell · Written by Lenore J. Coffee

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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)

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