The Cheat
"A Beautiful Girl- Gambling with one man for the love of another, until her selfishness plunged them into a crisis of disgrace!"
Originally released in 1931. The Cheat is a drama film. directed by George Abbott. At just 67 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tallulah Bankhead, Harvey Stephens, and Irving Pichel
Synopsis
Elsa Carlyle is impulsive and a gambler. Though loved by her husband Jeff, she's spoiled and selfish, concerned with social standing. Meanwhile, Jeff wants to stop spending while he completes business deals that could make them rich. One night, on a hunch, she bets and loses big at a casino, and then she doubles her problems with more impulsive decisions. Hardy Livingstone, a wealthy Casanova just back from the Orient, makes a play for her. Elsa dallies with Hardy, but soon, his insistence and her dire financial affairs seem destined to lead to adultery. Who's the cheat?
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 28, 1931
94 years ago
Runtime
1h 7m
67 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (15 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Tallulah Bankhead
as Elsa Carlyle
Harvey Stephens
as Jeffrey Carlyle
Irving Pichel
as Hardy Livingstone
Jay Fassett
as Terrell
Ann Andrews
as Mrs. Albright
William Ingersoll
as Croupier
Hanaki Yoshiwara
as Japanese Servant
Willard Dashiell
as Judge
Edward Keane
as Defense Attorney
Robert Strange
as District Attorney
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Cheat about?
Elsa Carlyle is impulsive and a gambler. Though loved by her husband Jeff, she's spoiled and selfish, concerned with social standing. Meanwhile, Jeff wants to stop spending while he completes busin...
Who directed The Cheat?
The Cheat was directed by George Abbott.
How long is The Cheat?
The Cheat has a runtime of 1 hours and 7 minutes (67 minutes total).
When was The Cheat released?
The Cheat was released on November 28, 1931 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Cheat?
The main cast of The Cheat includes Tallulah Bankhead, Harvey Stephens, Irving Pichel, Jay Fassett, Ann Andrews.