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The Wheel of Fortune 1926

53 min📅 1926-11-29

Dive into the whimsical world of *The Wheel of Fortune (1926)*, a silent-era comedy directed by the inventive Urban Gad.

Director: Urban Gad

Cast

Carl Schenstrøm
Carl Schenstrøm
Fy
Harald Madsen
Harald Madsen
Bi
Lili Lani
Lili Lani
Ethel Birk
Peter Nielsen
Advokat Ring - Ethels formynder
Mathilde Nielsen
Mathilde Nielsen
Husbestyrerinde hos Ring
Arne Weel
Arne Weel
Erik Elmer, Billedhugger
Petrine Sonne
Petrine Sonne
Tante Anna
Oscar Stribolt
Oscar Stribolt
Monsieur Panard , modekonge
Christian Schrøder
Christian Schrøder
Kunsthandler Silbergluth

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Wheel of Fortune (1926) about?

This 1926 silent comedy follows a young sculptor turned skater who falls for a woman with a fortune on thin ice. When a deceitful lawyer schemes to steal her inheritance, she finds an unlikely pair of friends ready to skate to her rescue.

Who directed The Wheel of Fortune?

The film was directed by Urban Gad, a filmmaker known for his work in early European cinema.

Who stars in The Wheel of Fortune?

The cast includes Carl Schenstrøm, Harald Madsen, Lili Lani, Peter Nielsen, and Mathilde Nielsen.

Is The Wheel of Fortune (1926) worth watching?

As a silent-era comedy, *The Wheel of Fortune* offers a mix of charm, humor, and early cinematic flair. Fans of classic films or slapstick comedy will appreciate its playful tone and clever plot twists.

How long is The Wheel of Fortune?

The Wheel of Fortune runs for 53 minutes.

About The Wheel of Fortune (1926) — Silent Comedy with Skating, Romance, and a Twist

Dive into the whimsical world of *The Wheel of Fortune (1926)*, a silent-era comedy directed by the inventive Urban Gad. This charming film blends romance, deception, and slapstick humor as it follows Erik Elmer, a passionate sculptor and amateur skater, who finds himself entangled in a web of intrigue after meeting the captivating Ethel. Unbeknownst to her, her father's fortune is being mismanaged by a cunning lawyer who has his sights set on her inheritance—and her heart.

With two of cinema's most beloved comedic duo, Pat and Patachon, lending their expert skates and quick wits to the rescue, the stage is set for a delightful battle of wits and speed. This 1926 gem radiates the playful energy of early filmmaking, where charm and chaos collide against a backdrop of ice rinks and courtroom drama. A story where love, loyalty, and laughter roll on like an unstoppable wheel.