Oscar (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1991, Oscar is a comedy film directed by John Landis, running about 109 minutes. “In crime and comedy, timing is everything.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Angelo "Snaps" Provolone made his dying father a promise on his deathbed: he would leave the world of crime and become an honest businessman. Despite having no experience in making money in a legal fashion, Snaps sets about to keep his promise.
Who’s in it. Oscar stars Sylvester Stallone as Angelo « Snapst » Provolone, Marisa Tomei as Lisa Provolone, Angelo's daughter, Ornella Muti as Sofia Provolone and Chazz Palminteri as Connie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Oscar has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $23.6M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Oscar page.
If you liked it. Fans of Oscar tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Oscar (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Oscar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Oscar worth watching?
- Oscar holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Oscar?
- Oscar stars Sylvester Stallone, Marisa Tomei, Ornella Muti, Chazz Palminteri and Tim Curry.
- When was Oscar released?
- Oscar was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 109 minutes.