Dead Lucky (1960): cast, story & where to watch
1960 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1960, Dead Lucky is a crime film directed by Montgomery Tully, running about 64 minutes.
What it’s about. Mike Billing's newspaper series about quasi-illegal gambling parties in Mayfair have so far been works more of imagination than genuine journalism. But when he and his columnist girlfriend, Jenny Drew, finally manage to infiltrate one of them, it leads quickly to trouble. The party's organiser is found murdered the next morning, and a number of suspects begin to emerge. But which of them killed Lucky Lewis?
Who’s in it. Dead Lucky stars Vincent Ball as Mike Billing, Betty McDowall as Jenny Drew, John Le Mesurier as Inspector Corcoran and Michael Ripper as Percy Simpson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Dead Lucky has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Dead Lucky page.
If you liked it. Fans of Dead Lucky tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Dead Lucky (1960)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Dead Lucky change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Dead Lucky worth watching?
- Dead Lucky holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Dead Lucky?
- Dead Lucky stars Vincent Ball, Betty McDowall, John Le Mesurier, Michael Ripper and Brian Worth.
- When was Dead Lucky released?
- Dead Lucky was released in 1960, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.