The Bet (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1985, The Bet is a fantasy, family and music film directed by Ion Popescu-Gopo, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on a 19th century tale, this self-referential fantasy, complete with musical and animated interludes plus a cast of fairytale characters, tells the story of a bet between an old man and a fairy over a bag with two gold coins.
Who’s in it. The Bet stars Iurie Darie as Thief, Draga Olteanu Matei as Old Woman, Angela Similea as Fairy and Florin Piersic as King of Dragons, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Bet has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bet page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Bet tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Bet (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Bet worth watching?
- The Bet holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, family and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Bet?
- The Bet stars Iurie Darie, Draga Olteanu Matei, Angela Similea, Florin Piersic and Constantin Fugașin.
- When was The Bet released?
- The Bet was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.