It Happened in Athens (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1962, It Happened in Athens is a comedy and drama film directed by Andrew Marton, running about 100 minutes. “When Jayne Becomes the Olympic Prize...It's An Outdoor Variation on an Inside Sport!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1896 it is announced that the Olympic Games will be revived in Athens. A young shepherd, Spiridon Loues, decides to enter the 26-mile marathon. Once in Athens, he meets Christina Gratsos, a young woman from his hometown who is now the personal maid of Eleni Costa, Greece's most glamorous actress. Though he has arrived after the qualification date, Spiridon's athletic prowess so impresses Coach Graham of the American team that he is permitted to enter the contest. Eleni informs the press that she will marry the victor, confident it will be her lover, Lieutenant Vinardos.
Who’s in it. It Happened in Athens stars Trax Colton as Spiridon Loues, Jayne Mansfield as Eleni Costa, Nico Minardos as Lt. Alexi Vinardos and Bob Mathias as Coach Graham, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, It Happened in Athens has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch It Happened in Athens page.
If you liked it. Fans of It Happened in Athens tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch It Happened in Athens (1962)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for It Happened in Athens change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is It Happened in Athens worth watching?
- It Happened in Athens holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in It Happened in Athens?
- It Happened in Athens stars Trax Colton, Jayne Mansfield, Nico Minardos, Bob Mathias and Xenia Kalogeropoulou.
- When was It Happened in Athens released?
- It Happened in Athens was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.