The Love Lottery (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1954, The Love Lottery is a comedy and romance film directed by Charles Crichton, running about 89 minutes. “Ten million women wanted Hollywood's top star on a string...But the lucky ticket-holder had his wedding night wrapped up!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Rex Allerton is a top Hollywood star and an idol of the female population. To get away from the pressure of the fans who won't leave him alone, he relocates to a remote Italian village where unanticipated trouble arises when unwittingly he becomes the prize for an international lottery.
Who’s in it. The Love Lottery stars David Niven as Rex Allerton, Peggy Cummins as Sally, Herbert Lom as André Amico and Anne Vernon as Sally, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Love Lottery has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Love Lottery page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Love Lottery tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Love Lottery (1954)?
- In GB, The Love Lottery is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Love Lottery worth watching?
- The Love Lottery holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Love Lottery?
- The Love Lottery stars David Niven, Peggy Cummins, Herbert Lom, Anne Vernon and Charles Victor.
- When was The Love Lottery released?
- The Love Lottery was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.