The Wager
Faith is found when tested.
Genres
Overview
An actor at the pinnacle of his Hollywood career finds himself buckling to temptation after he accepts the lead in a classic tale of good versus evil. Michael Steele has just been nominated for Best Actor at the Academy Awards. In the wake of that announcement, Michael is cast in what may be the role of a lifetime. He's set to play the lead in an incredible story of monumental conflict, but will all of the swirling gossip around Michael cause him to stumble on the path of righteousness? His marriage is in jeopardy and his career is on the line. This man who has always tried to do the right thing must find the courage and conviction needed to set his life straight.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
82 min
Release Date
2007-06-14
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
5
Vote Average
5.6
Randy Travis
Michael Steele
Nancy Stafford
Annie Steele
Candace Cameron Bure
Cassandra
Kelly Overton
Tessa
David A.R. White
Tom
Collette Wolfe
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Andrea Logan White
Sara
James Molina
George G
Doug Jones
Peter Barrett
Brad Heller
Reporter #1
Carey Scott
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Nancy Valen
Tanya Steele
Bronson Pinchot
Colin Buchansn
John Hagee
Self
D. David Morin
Pastor
Riley McCann
Charlie
Rich Hutchman
Tobias
Kass Connors
Joseph
John Gilbert
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