The Big Chance(1957)
They gambled with danger and lost...
The Big Chance Synopsis
A clerk sees his big chance to escape a humdrum existence, but his resolve is tested as many unexpected obstacles arise.
The Big Chance (1957) is a crime film directed by Peter Graham Scott, released on September 1, 1957 with a runtime of 59m. It stars Adrienne Corri, William Russell, Ian Colin and Penelope Bartley. Viewers rate it 4.2 out of 10 across 4 ratings.
- Director:
- Peter Graham Scott
- Writers:
- Barbara S. Harper, Peter Graham Scott
- Producers:
- John Temple-Smith
- Cinematographer:
- Walter J. Harvey
- Production:
- Major Pictures
- Status:
- Released
The Big Chance Cast & Crew
Main cast
Adrienne Corri
as Diana Maxwell
William Russell
as Bill Anderson
- Ian Colin
Ian Colin
as Adam Maxwell
- Penelope Bartley
Penelope Bartley
as Betty Anderson
Ferdy Mayne
as Dimitri Aperghis
- John Rae
John Rae
as Mr. Jarvis
- Mary Jones
Mary Jones
as Miss Jessop
Douglas Ives
as Stan Willett
- Doris Yorke
Doris Yorke
as Mrs. Willett
- John Walters
John Walters
as Customs Man
Reginald Hearne
as Customs Official
Edwin Richfield
as Café Owner
Key crew
Directed by Peter Graham Scott, written by Barbara S. Harper and Peter Graham Scott, produced by John Temple-Smith.
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The Big Chance Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 4.2/10 from 4 ratings.
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The Big Chance – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Big Chance online?
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Who stars in The Big Chance?
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The main cast of The Big Chance (1957) includes Adrienne Corri, William Russell, Ian Colin, Penelope Bartley and Ferdy Mayne. The film was directed by Peter Graham Scott. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Big Chance released?
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The Big Chance was released on September 1, 1957 and runs for 59m.
Is The Big Chance worth watching?
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The Big Chance (1957) holds an average rating of 4.2 out of 10 from 4 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy crime films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.