The Cold Deck_
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!
Starring
William S. Hart, Mildred Harris, Edwin Wallock
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
The Cold Deck was released 109 years ago in 1917.
Overview
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 ...
The Cold Deck is a Western, Action, Drama film with a runtime of 1h 5m.
CAST (7)
William S. Hart
Jefferson "On the Level" Leigh
Mildred Harris
Alice Leigh
Edwin Wallock
"Black Jack"
Sylvia Breamer
Rose Larkin
CO
Charles O. Rush
Ace Hutton
Alma Rubens
Coralie
JK
Joseph Knight
Vigilante Chief
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What is The Cold Deck about?
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!
How long is The Cold Deck?
The Cold Deck has a runtime of 65 minutes (1h 5m).
Who stars in The Cold Deck?
The cast of The Cold Deck includes William S. Hart, Mildred Harris, Edwin Wallock, Sylvia Breamer, Charles O. Rush.
GENRES (3)
Western
Action
Drama