Paper Lion (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 7.1
Released in 1968, Paper Lion is a comedy film directed by Alex March, running about 107 minutes. “The Paper Lion is about to get creamed!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Sportswriter George Plimpton poses as a rookie quarterback for the Detroit Lions for a "Sports Illustrated" article.
Who’s in it. Paper Lion stars Alan Alda as George Plimpton, Lauren Hutton as Kate, Joe Schmidt as Self and David Doyle as Oscar, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.1/10, Paper Lion has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Paper Lion page.
If you liked it. Fans of Paper Lion tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Paper Lion (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Paper Lion change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Paper Lion worth watching?
- Paper Lion holds an audience score of 7.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Paper Lion?
- Paper Lion stars Alan Alda, Lauren Hutton, Joe Schmidt, David Doyle and Alex Karras.
- When was Paper Lion released?
- Paper Lion was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.