Synopsis
The Luckiest Man in America is a true-story drama directed by Samir Oliveros, depicting Michael Larson, an unemployed ice cream truck driver from Ohio who in 1984 exploits a flaw in the game show Press Your Luck to win a record-breaking amount of money. Played by Paul Walter Hauser, Larson’s unprecedented winning streak shocks the show’s producers and audience, raising questions about cheating and ethics. The film explores themes of luck, determination, and the American dream, featuring Walton Goggins as the game show host and David Strathairn as the co-creator. It premiered at Cannes in 2024 and was released in US theaters in April 2025.
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Stars: Paul Walter Hauser, Walton Goggins, Shamier Anderson, David Strathairn, Maisie Williams
Release Date: 2025
Country: United States of America
Ratings: 6/10
Runtime: 90 mins
Release Year: 2025
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