The Big Bet (1985): cast, story & where to watch
1985 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1985, The Big Bet is a comedy film directed by Bert I. Gordon, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A teenage boy that had early sexual encounters is having trouble finding them now, and spends a lot of time fantasizing about the women he knows. When a beautiful new girl comes to town, he makes a bet with the other guys that he can get her into bed within 10 days. His chief rival stacks the deck, though, by threatening to expose the new girl's sordid past (she was wrongly accused of being involved in an orgy at her previous school) if she sleeps with our hero. Confused about his situation, the boy seeks counsel from the sexy older woman across the street, and she helps him come to terms with his predicament.
Who’s in it. The Big Bet stars Lance Sloane as Chris, Kim Evenson as Beth, Sylvia Kristel as Michelle and Ron Thomas as Norman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Big Bet 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 Big Bet page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Big Bet tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Big Bet (1985)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Big Bet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Big Bet worth watching?
- The Big Bet holds an audience score of 4.3 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 Big Bet?
- The Big Bet stars Lance Sloane, Kim Evenson, Sylvia Kristel, Ron Thomas and Robert Anthony Marcucci.
- When was The Big Bet released?
- The Big Bet was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.