When Pigs Fly (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1993, When Pigs Fly is a comedy and fantasy film directed by Sara Driver, running about 97 minutes. “Marty was a haunted man… until he met two ghosts.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The ghosts of a middle-aged woman and a precocious little girl help an unwed jazz musician and a bar dancer reverse their bad fortune.
Who’s in it. When Pigs Fly stars Alfred Molina as Marty, Marianne Faithfull as Lilly, Rachael Bella as Ruthie and Maggie O'Neill as Sheila, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, When Pigs Fly has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch When Pigs Fly page.
If you liked it. Fans of When Pigs Fly tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch When Pigs Fly (1993)?
- In US, When Pigs Fly is available to stream on Criterion Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is When Pigs Fly worth watching?
- When Pigs Fly holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in When Pigs Fly?
- When Pigs Fly stars Alfred Molina, Marianne Faithfull, Rachael Bella, Maggie O'Neill and Seymour Cassel.
- When was When Pigs Fly released?
- When Pigs Fly was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.