The Chance of a Lifetime
1943, English. Directed by William Castle.
ARRESTED FOR A MURDER HE DIDN'T COMMIT!
A mad scramble for stolen loot ensues after Boston Blackie has prisoners released for work in a wartime defence plant.
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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The Chance of a Lifetime is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Boston Blackie: watch order
Cast & crew
- William CastleDirector
- Chester MorrisHoratio 'Boston Blackie' Black
- Erik RolfDooley Watson
- Jeanne BatesMary Watson
- Richard LaneInsp. John Farraday
- George E. StoneThe Runt
- Lloyd CorriganArthur Manleder
- Douglas FowleyNails Blanton (Uncredited)
- Sid MeltonBenny Hines (Uncredited)
- Ray TealPoliceman Joe (Uncredited)
- Maude EburneEdna Counihan (Uncredited)
- Arthur HunnicuttElwood "Tex" Stewart (Uncredited)
- Cy KendallJumbo Madigan (Uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 26 October 1943
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paul Yawitz
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Watch before The Chance of a Lifetime
In release order. The films it follows, and anything it builds on.
Meet Boston Blackie
1941 · 6.2/10
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Confessions of Boston Blackie
1941 · 6.3/10
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Alias Boston Blackie
1942 · 5.7/10
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Boston Blackie Goes Hollywood
1942 · 5.6/10
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After Midnight with Boston Blackie
1943 · 5.9/10
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After The Chance of a Lifetime
What comes next in the series.
One Mysterious Night
1944 · 6.2/10
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Boston Blackie Booked on Suspicion
1945 · 5.8/10
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Boston Blackie's Rendezvous
1945 · 5.0/10
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A Close Call for Boston Blackie
1946 · 5.4/10
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The Phantom Thief
1946 · 6.4/10
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Boston Blackie and the Law
1946 · 6.6/10
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The Chance of a Lifetime: quick answers
What should I watch before The Chance of a Lifetime?
Watch Confessions of Boston Blackie (1941), Alias Boston Blackie (1942), Boston Blackie Goes Hollywood (1942), and After Midnight with Boston Blackie (1943) first, plus 1 earlier title listed on this page.
What comes after The Chance of a Lifetime?
Next in the series: One Mysterious Night (1944), Boston Blackie Booked on Suspicion (1945), and Boston Blackie's Rendezvous (1945).
Is The Chance of a Lifetime worth watching?
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How long is The Chance of a Lifetime?
The Chance of a Lifetime runs 65 minutes (1h 5m).
Does The Chance of a Lifetime have a post-credits scene?
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The Chance of a Lifetime parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is The Chance of a Lifetime on?
The Chance of a Lifetime is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Chance of a Lifetime?
If you liked The Chance of a Lifetime, try The Blue Gardenia, The Losers, The Limits of Control.
Who directed The Chance of a Lifetime?
The Chance of a Lifetime (1943) was directed by William Castle and stars Chester Morris, Erik Rolf, Jeanne Bates.