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A Life in the Balance

6.0191310mMovieComedy

A Keystone Kops short about a landlord discovering three "anner-kist" tenants building a bomb.

DirectorMack Sennett
WriterMack Sennett
ProducerMack Sennett

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Cast · Directed by Mack Sennett

FSFord Sterling
Ford Sterling
The Landlord
DFDot Farley
Dot Farley
The Landlord's Wife
RHRaymond Hatton
Raymond Hatton
Lead Arsonist
LOLaura Oakley
Laura Oakley
Neighbor
DA
Dave Anderson
Cop giving chase

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A Life in the Balance — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams A Life in the Balance?

A Life in the Balance isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is A Life in the Balance on Netflix?

No, A Life in the Balance is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is A Life in the Balance on Amazon Prime Video?

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Where can I watch A Life in the Balance for free?

A Life in the Balance isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for A Life in the Balance?

A Life in the Balance hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around June 2, 1913. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.