The Wager
Faith is found when tested.
2007 · 1h 22m · Not Rated
Drama
Directed by
Judson Pearce Morgan
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.
Director and cast
- Judson Pearce Morgan Director
- Randy Travis as Michael Steele
- Nancy Stafford as Annie Steele
- Candace Cameron Bure as Cassandra
- Kelly Overton as Tessa
- David A.R. White as Tom
- Collette Wolfe as Reporter
- Andrea Logan White as Sara
- James Molina as George G
- Doug Jones as Peter Barrett
- Brad Heller as Reporter #1
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