The Lady Gambles (1949) — Perfery

(1949)Directed by Michael Gordon99 minDrama

“Once she was someone's wife ... now she's just someone's luck !”

When Joan Boothe accompanies husband-reporter David to Las Vegas, she begins gambling to pass the time while he is doing a story. Encouraged by the casino manager, she gets hooked on gambling, to the point where she "borrows" David's expense money to pursue her addiction. This finally breaks up their marriage, but David continues trying to help her.

Barbara Stanwyckas Joan Phillips Boothe

Robert Prestonas David Boothe

Stephen McNallyas Horace Corrigan

Edith Barrettas Ruth Phillips

John Hoytas Dr. Rojac

Elliott Sullivanas Barky

John Harmonas Frenchy

Philip Van Zandtas Chuck (as Phil Van Zandt)

Leif Ericksonas Tony

Curt Conwayas Bank Clerk

Houseley Stevensonas Pawnbroker

Don Beddoeas Mr. Dennis Sutherland

Nana Bryantas Mrs. Dennis Sutherland

Tony Curtisas Bellboy (as Anthony Curtis)

Peter Leedsas Jack Harris - Hotel Clerk

Frank Moranas Murphy

Esther Howardas Gross Lady

JI John Indrisanoas Bert

Harry 'Snub' Pollardas Elevator Operator (uncredited)

Leo Anthonyas Dealer (uncredited)

PB Polly Baileyas Woman at Slot Machine (uncredited)

William Baileyas Croupier (uncredited)

Al Bainas Dice Shooter (uncredited)

EB Edward Bibyas Casino Patron (uncredited)