Anna Lucasta (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1949, Anna Lucasta is a drama film directed by Irving Rapper, running about 86 minutes. “There's a little of Anna in the best of women...and more of her in the worst...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A prostitute is thrown out of her house by her alcoholic father, and her scheming brother-in-law tries to devise a plan to marry her off and make some money in the process.
Who’s in it. Anna Lucasta stars Paulette Goddard as Anna Lucasta, William Bishop as Rudolf Strobel, Oskar Homolka as Joe Lucasta and John Ireland as Danny Johnson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Anna Lucasta 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 Anna Lucasta page.
If you liked it. Fans of Anna Lucasta tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Anna Lucasta (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Anna Lucasta change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Anna Lucasta worth watching?
- Anna Lucasta holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Anna Lucasta?
- Anna Lucasta stars Paulette Goddard, William Bishop, Oskar Homolka, John Ireland and Broderick Crawford.
- When was Anna Lucasta released?
- Anna Lucasta was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.