The Winning Ticket (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1935, The Winning Ticket is a comedy film directed by Charles Reisner, running about 72 minutes. “The Howling Sweepstakes Comedy” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A barber tries to find the winning lottery ticket he hid from his moralistic wife.
Who’s in it. The Winning Ticket stars Leo Carrillo as Joe Tomasello, Louise Fazenda as Nora Tomasello, Ted Healy as Eddie Dugan and Irene Hervey as Mary Tomasello, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, The Winning Ticket 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 Winning Ticket page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Winning Ticket tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Winning Ticket (1935)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Winning Ticket change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Winning Ticket worth watching?
- The Winning Ticket holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Winning Ticket?
- The Winning Ticket stars Leo Carrillo, Louise Fazenda, Ted Healy, Irene Hervey and James Ellison.
- When was The Winning Ticket released?
- The Winning Ticket was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.