The Oracle (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1953, The Oracle is a comedy and fantasy film directed by C.M. Pennington-Richards, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. An Irish "oracle" foretells the next day's track results to a newspaperman, resulting in a national uproar.
Who’s in it. The Oracle stars Robert Beatty as Bob Jefferson, Michael Medwin as Timothy Blake, Virginia McKenna as Shelagh and Mervyn Johns as Tom Mitchum, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Oracle has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Artiflix. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Oracle page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Oracle tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Oracle (1953)?
- In US, The Oracle is available to stream on Artiflix. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Oracle worth watching?
- The Oracle holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and fantasy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Oracle?
- The Oracle stars Robert Beatty, Michael Medwin, Virginia McKenna, Mervyn Johns and Arthur Macrae.
- When was The Oracle released?
- The Oracle was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.