The Wager
Originally released in 1916. The Wager is a drama/crime film. directed by George D. Baker. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Emily Stevens, Frank Currier, and Charles Bowser
Synopsis
A $5,000 wager is made between two prominent jewelers, Mr. Thorpe and Mr. Chandler, as to whether their most valuable jewels can be stolen. Thorpe, seeking to stack the odds in his favor, asks Police Commissioner James Stone, a business crony, to enlist the help of Diamond Daisy, a jewel thief who is trying to go straight. Posing as a rich heiress, she asks Mr. Thorpe to accompany her to show her father an expensive item of jewelry. Instead, Mr. Thorpe is detained in an insane asylum by a doctor who has been led to believe that Thorpe is Daisy's insane husband. Daisy absconds with the jewels, but a vindictive detective, who has been following Daisy, thinks the heist is for real and tries to arrest her. Eventually the commissioner intervenes and all ends well.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 13, 1916
109 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Rolfe Photoplays
- Metro Pictures Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Wager about?
A $5,000 wager is made between two prominent jewelers, Mr. Thorpe and Mr. Chandler, as to whether their most valuable jewels can be stolen. Thorpe, seeking to stack the odds in his favor, asks Poli...
Who directed The Wager?
The Wager was directed by George D. Baker.
How long is The Wager?
The Wager has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Wager released?
The Wager was released on November 13, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Wager?
The main cast of The Wager includes Emily Stevens, Frank Currier, Charles Bowser, Lyster Chambers, Hugh Jeffrey.