The Counterfeit Coin (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film · ★ 7.7
Released in 1955, The Counterfeit Coin is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Yorgos Tzavellas, running about 118 minutes.
What it’s about. Four stories, humorous, romantic or dramatic, are linked by a counterfeit gold sovereign. It is made by the honest engraver in the first story, seduced by the charms of a young widow, and it subsequently passes into the hands of a beggar and a prostitute, a wealthy miser and a newly married couple where the husband is a poor artist.
Who’s in it. The Counterfeit Coin stars Vasilis Logothetidis as Anargyros Loumbardopoulos, Ilia Livykou as Fifi, Mimis Fotopoulos as Beggar and Sperantza Vrana as Maria, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.7/10, The Counterfeit Coin has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Counterfeit Coin page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Counterfeit Coin tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Counterfeit Coin (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Counterfeit Coin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Counterfeit Coin worth watching?
- The Counterfeit Coin holds an audience score of 7.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Counterfeit Coin?
- The Counterfeit Coin stars Vasilis Logothetidis, Ilia Livykou, Mimis Fotopoulos, Sperantza Vrana and Orestis Makris.
- When was The Counterfeit Coin released?
- The Counterfeit Coin was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 118 minutes.