The Wager

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.

Cast

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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