Sweepstakes (1931): cast, story & where to watch
1931 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1931, Sweepstakes is a drama film directed by Albert S. Rogell, running about 77 minutes. “WHIRLWIND MELODRAMA Every Variety of Thrill!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A popular jockey is disbarred from racing after he's accused of throwing a race.
Who’s in it. Sweepstakes stars Eddie Quillan as Buddy Doyle, Lew Cody as Wally Weber, James Gleason as Sleepy Jones and Marian Nixon as Babe Ellis, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Sweepstakes has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sweepstakes page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sweepstakes tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sweepstakes (1931)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sweepstakes change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sweepstakes worth watching?
- Sweepstakes holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sweepstakes?
- Sweepstakes stars Eddie Quillan, Lew Cody, James Gleason, Marian Nixon and King Baggot.
- When was Sweepstakes released?
- Sweepstakes was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.