Inspired by true events, THE MILLION DOLLAR BET follows Hank, a Las Vegas gambler who wagers one million dollars that he can run three marathons in 24 hours. As exhaustion, injury, and doubt close in, his body begins to fail and his closest friendship is pushed to the limit. With the city watching and everything on the line, Hank must decide whether winning is worth losing himself. A gripping, high-stakes story of obsession, loyalty, and the price of never walking away.
THE MILLION DOLLAR BET Film
The Million Dollar Bet stars Douglas Smith, Justin Cornwell, and Kristen Lee Gutoskie, directed by Thomas Woschitz in a high-stakes story inspired by true events.
Starring Douglas Smith (BIG LITTLE LIES, BIG LOVE), Justin Cornwell (THE UMBRELLA ACADEMY), Kristen Lee Gutoskie (THE HANDMAID'S TALE)
A film by Thomas Woschitz
- Published:
- Updated: March 31, 2026
- By: Creators Faire Editorial
WHO
Cast: Douglas Smith, Justin Cornwell, Kristen Lee Gutoskie
Directed by: Thomas Woschitz
Written by: Andrea Piva, Thomas Woschitz
Producers: Justin Cornwell, Gabriele Kranzelbinder, Gabriele Lepore, Sean Rogers
About Persimmon
Founded in 2025, Persimmon is a film and television distribution label dedicated to delivering stories that speak to the heart. Persimmon acquires and releases feature films spanning romance, mystery, holiday, and thrillers, supported by the global reach and modern distribution platform of its parent, Narrative Distribution Guided by an executive team with deep experience in independent film distribution, Persimmon brings distinctive, human-centered storytelling to audiences across streaming channels, transactional platforms, and physical media. Learn more at www.persimmon.tv.
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