Lay the Favorite
2012, English. Directed by Stephen Frears.
How far can a losing shot take you?
A former stripper's talent with numbers lands her a job with a professional gambler who runs a sports book in Las Vegas.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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5.2/10 from 260 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Lay the Favorite
Lay the Favorite is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Starz in India.
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Cast & crew
Details
- Released
- 22 June 2012
- Country
- France, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- D.V. DeVincentis
- Budget
- $26M
- Box office
- $1.6M
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Lay the Favorite: quick answers
Is Lay the Favorite worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.2/10 from 260 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Lay the Favorite?
Lay the Favorite runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Lay the Favorite have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Lay the Favorite. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Lay the Favorite parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Lay the Favorite is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Lay the Favorite on?
Lay the Favorite is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, and Starz in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Lay the Favorite?
If you liked Lay the Favorite, try Two for the Money, California Split, Babylon.
Who directed Lay the Favorite?
Lay the Favorite (2012) was directed by Stephen Frears and stars Rebecca Hall, Bruce Willis, Catherine Zeta-Jones.