The Cheat (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1931, The Cheat is a drama film directed by George Abbott, running about 67 minutes. “A Beautiful Girl- Gambling with one man for the love of another, until her selfishness plunged them into a crisis of disgrace!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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 business deals that could make them rich. One night, on a hunch, she bets and loses big at a casino, then she doubles her problems with more impulsive decisions. Hardy Livingston, 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?
Who’s in it. The Cheat stars Tallulah Bankhead as Elsa Carlyle, Harvey Stephens as Jeffrey Carlyle, Irving Pichel as Hardy Livingstone and Jay Fassett as Terrell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Cheat has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cheat page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cheat tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cheat (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cheat change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Cheat worth watching?
- The Cheat holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Cheat?
- The Cheat stars Tallulah Bankhead, Harvey Stephens, Irving Pichel, Jay Fassett and Ann Andrews.
- When was The Cheat released?
- The Cheat was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.