Her Fighting Chance (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film
Released in 1917, Her Fighting Chance is a drama and crime film directed by Edwin Carewe, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. Corporal Blake is sent to apprehend the murderer of François Breault. All evidence points to Jan Thoreau as the guilty man. Blake arrives at Thoreau's cabin while he is away and is greeted by his wife Marie. Posing as a friend of her husband, Blake learns that Thoreau and Breault had quarreled shortly before the murder. This, together with Breault's dying accusation that Thoreau was his murderer, seems undeniable evidence. Blake, fascinated by Marie, agrees to let Thoreau escape, providing that she become his mistress. After much anguish, she consents. When Thoreau arrives, Blake arrests him but during the night Marie helps him escape. Blake goes in pursuit.
Who’s in it. Her Fighting Chance stars Jane Grey as Marie, Thomas Holding as Jan Thoreau, Percy Standing as Cpl. Blake and Ed Porter as Sgt. Fitzgerald, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Her Fighting Chance page.
If you liked it. Fans of Her Fighting Chance tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Her Fighting Chance (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Her Fighting Chance change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Her Fighting Chance?
- Her Fighting Chance stars Jane Grey, Thomas Holding, Percy Standing, Ed Porter and Fred Jones.