Sweepstakes Winner (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1939, Sweepstakes Winner is a comedy film directed by William C. McGann, running about 59 minutes.
What it’s about. A scatterbrained waitress invests her inheritance in a broken-down race horse and a sweepstakes ticket.
Who’s in it. Sweepstakes Winner stars Marie Wilson as Jennie Jones, Johnnie Davis as Mark Downey, Allen Jenkins as Xerxes 'Tip' Bailey and Jerry Colonna as Nick, the Chef, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Sweepstakes Winner has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sweepstakes Winner page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sweepstakes Winner tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sweepstakes Winner (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sweepstakes Winner change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sweepstakes Winner worth watching?
- Sweepstakes Winner holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sweepstakes Winner?
- Sweepstakes Winner stars Marie Wilson, Johnnie Davis, Allen Jenkins, Jerry Colonna and Vera Lewis.