The Oscar (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1966, The Oscar is a drama film directed by Russell Rouse, running about 119 minutes. “The breath-taking race for Hollywood's highest award!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An amoral lowlife accidentally stumbles into an acting career that sets him on a trajectory to Hollywood stardom. But everyone on whom he steps on the way to the top remembers when he is nominated for an Oscar and he runs a dirty campaign in an attempt to win.
Who’s in it. The Oscar stars Stephen Boyd as Frank Fane, Elke Sommer as Kay Bergdahl, Milton Berle as Kappy Kapstetter and Eleanor Parker as Sophie Cantaro, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, The Oscar has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Oscar page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Oscar tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Oscar (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Oscar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Oscar worth watching?
- The Oscar holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Oscar?
- The Oscar stars Stephen Boyd, Elke Sommer, Milton Berle, Eleanor Parker and Joseph Cotten.
- When was The Oscar released?
- The Oscar was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 119 minutes.