The Cold Deck

The Cold Deck (1917) is a western, action film directed by William S. Hart, Clifford Smith.

Gambler "On-the Level" Leigh (William S. Hart) is forced to leave his high rolling lifestyle to move his ailing sister Alice (Mildred Harris) to the healing climate the mountains. Financial strain compels him to resume his favored vocation. Unfortunately for Level, the dance hall girl Coralie (Alma Rubens) doesn't take rejection well and convinces the dealer to clean him out with a "cold deck". A desperate robbery ensues, leading to Level wanted for murder!

Cast

William S. Hart

Jefferson "On the Level" Leigh

Mildred Harris

Alice Leigh

Edwin Wallock

"Black Jack"

Sylvia Breamer

Rose Larkin

Charles O. Rush

Ace Hutton

Alma Rubens

Coralie

Joseph Knight

Vigilante Chief