Stay Lucky (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Series · ★ 7

Released in 1989, Stay Lucky is a drama and comedy series.
What it’s about. Drama about a small-time gangster Thomas Gynn (Dennis Waterman) from London who discovers a new life up north in Yorkshire. Helping widowed, self-sufficient businesswoman Sally Hardcastle (Jan Francis) when her car breaks down on the motorway, Thomas reluctantly accepts an offer of a lift to Leeds. Over the coming months, the two become involved in a series of misadventures that soon find them being drawn closer together.
Who’s in it. Stay Lucky stars Niall Tóibín as John Lively, Jan Francis as Sally Hardcastle, Dennis Waterman as Thomas Gynn and Emma Wray as Pippa, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Stay Lucky 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 Stay Lucky page.
If you liked it. Fans of Stay Lucky tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Stay Lucky (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Stay Lucky change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Stay Lucky worth watching?
- Stay Lucky holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Stay Lucky?
- Stay Lucky stars Niall Tóibín, Jan Francis, Dennis Waterman, Emma Wray and Julian Wadham.
- When was Stay Lucky released?
- Stay Lucky was released in 1989.