The Jackpot (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1950, The Jackpot is a comedy film directed by Walter Lang, running about 85 minutes. “He had a wife, two kids, a home of his own, a job with a future and then POOR JIMMY WON THE $24,000 RADIO JACKPOT!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Jimmy Stewart's Bill Lawrence wins a bevy or prizes from a radio program, but ends up having to sell them all in order to pay the taxes he's incurred.
Who’s in it. The Jackpot stars James Stewart as William J. 'Bill' Lawrence, Barbara Hale as Amy Lawrence, James Gleason as Harry Summers and Fred Clark as Mr. Andrew J. Woodruff, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Jackpot 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 The Jackpot page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Jackpot tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Jackpot (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Jackpot change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Jackpot worth watching?
- The Jackpot holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Jackpot?
- The Jackpot stars James Stewart, Barbara Hale, James Gleason, Fred Clark and Alan Mowbray.
- When was The Jackpot released?
- The Jackpot was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.