Lottery (2018): cast, story & where to watch

2018 · Film · ★ 4.3

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Released in 2018, Lottery is a thriller, drama and romance film directed by Mohammad Hossein Mahdavian, running about 114 minutes.

What it’s about. Two Iranian teenagers in love want to get married, travel to the US to get a green card and live there, but their parents object. With not enough money saved, they pin their hopes on winning the state lottery to fund their trip, but tragedy derails their plans.

Who’s in it. Lottery stars Saed Soheili as Amir Ali, Hadi Hejazifar as Moosa, Hamid Farrokhnejad as Morteza and Nader Soleymani, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Lottery has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $10K at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lottery page.

If you liked it. Fans of Lottery tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Lottery (2018)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lottery change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Lottery worth watching?
Lottery holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Lottery?
Lottery stars Saed Soheili, Hadi Hejazifar, Hamid Farrokhnejad, Nader Soleymani and Alireza Ostadi.
When was Lottery released?
Lottery was released in 2018, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.