The Lottery Man (1919): cast, story & where to watch
1919 · Film
Released in 1919, The Lottery Man is a comedy and romance film directed by James Cruze, running about 50 minutes. “Why worry about the high cost of living when you can buy a Husband for the price of admission?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Young Jack Wright offers his hand in marriage to the winner of a lottery, but after committing to the winner falls in love with another woman.
Who’s in it. The Lottery Man stars Wallace Reid as Jack Wright, Harrison Ford as Foxhall Peyton, Wanda Hawley as Helen Heyer and Fanny Midgley as Mrs. Wright, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lottery Man page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lottery Man tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lottery Man (1919)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lottery Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Lottery Man?
- The Lottery Man stars Wallace Reid, Harrison Ford, Wanda Hawley, Fanny Midgley and Sylvia Ashton.
- When was The Lottery Man released?
- The Lottery Man was released in 1919, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.