It Could Happen to You

It Could Happen to You

1994 · 101 min · EN · PG · 6.7 (941 votes)
Dir. Andrew Bergman · Starring Nicolas Cage, Bridget Fonda, Rosie Perez, Wendell Pierce, Isaac Hayes, Víctor Rojas · Music Carter Burwell

A cop. A waitress. A lottery ticket.

ComedyDramaRomance

Charlie Lang is a simple, kindhearted New York City cop. When he realizes he has no money to tip waitress Yvonne Biasi, Lang offers her half the winnings of his lottery ticket. Amazingly, the ticket happens to be a winner, in the sum of $4 million. True to his word, Lang proceeds to share the prize money with Biasi, which infuriates his greedy wife, Muriel. Not content with the arrangement, Muriel begins scheming to take all the money.

VIBE

This film offers a genuinely heartwarming and charming escape. It's a feel-good romantic comedy, brimming with old-school New York City charm and a comforting spirit. The lighthearted drama unfolds with a gentle touch, celebrating integrity and the unexpected turns of fate, leaving you with a smile.

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