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Life Is a Game (1951): cast, story & where to watch

1951 · Film

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Released in 1951, Life Is a Game is a comedy film directed by Raymond Leboursier, running about 82 minutes.

What it’s about. Evanella, who writes the “Horoscope” section of a major newspaper, and her brother Méristo, create with the help of a young journalist, Jean Lassère and the capital of their uncle Amédée, a “Bureau des Prédictions”. Success being expected, they manage to obtain revelations about a gang of gangsters which they publish as predictions. It is success and fortune. Jean marries the newspaper director's daughter and Evanella the director himself.

Who’s in it. Life Is a Game stars Rellys as Meristo, Jacqueline Delubac as Evanella, Jimmy Gaillard as Jean Lassère and Félix Oudart as Uncle Amédée, among others.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Life Is a Game tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Life Is a Game (1951)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Life Is a Game change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Life Is a Game?
Life Is a Game stars Rellys, Jacqueline Delubac, Jimmy Gaillard, Félix Oudart and Jean Martinelli.
When was Life Is a Game released?
Life Is a Game was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.