Lucky Night (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1939, Lucky Night is a comedy and drama film directed by Norman Taurog, running about 82 minutes. “A dime is their bank roll but they can live on love” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Cora, an heiress who gives it all up for the excitement of looking for a job and living on her own, meets up with unemployed and flat broke Dick. The two of them embark on a wild night of gambling and winning, where everything they touch turns to gold. Pretty soon they're in love and, to the horror of Cora's father, married.
Who’s in it. Lucky Night stars Myrna Loy as Cora Jordan, Robert Taylor as Bill Overton, Joseph Allen as Joe Hilton and Henry O'Neill as Calvin Jordan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Lucky Night 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 Lucky Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lucky Night tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lucky Night (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lucky Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lucky Night worth watching?
- Lucky Night holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lucky Night?
- Lucky Night stars Myrna Loy, Robert Taylor, Joseph Allen, Henry O'Neill and Douglas Fowley.
- When was Lucky Night released?
- Lucky Night was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.