Lucky Star (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 2025, Lucky Star is a comedy and drama film directed by Pascal Elbé, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1940, in France, Jean Chevalin lives with his family in great poverty after deserting the army. Convinced that some people manage better than others, he decides to pretend to be Jewish in order to receive help from smugglers and reach the free zone. This ruse will lead his family on a journey that will gradually dismantle his prejudices.
Who’s in it. Lucky Star stars Benoît Poelvoorde as Jean Chevalin /Jacob, Audrey Lamy as Paulette Chevalin /Sarah, Hugo Becker as L'anguille and Pascal Elbé as Sam Goldstein, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Lucky Star 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 Lucky Star page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lucky Star tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lucky Star (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lucky Star change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lucky Star worth watching?
- Lucky Star holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lucky Star?
- Lucky Star stars Benoît Poelvoorde, Audrey Lamy, Hugo Becker, Pascal Elbé and Zabou Breitman.
- When was Lucky Star released?
- Lucky Star was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.