Beat The Lotto

A rip-roaring tale about the mathematician who, along with a ragtag syndicate, plotted to fix Ireland’s National Lottery in 1992, captivating the nation and sparking rabid debate.

In Ireland, the public became obsessed when the National Lottery arrived, none more so than mathematician and avid stamp-collector Stefan Klincewicz. Using mathematical analysis, he reckoned the system could be beaten if he could just gather enough people to form a syndicate to buy every single ticket combination – and front up all the cash, of course. Director Ross Whitaker fashions this unbelievable true story into a gripping thriller, mirroring the tension felt by the public as the lottery authorities caught wind of the plan. With insightful interviews and fantastic archival footage, the film is a look back at Ireland in the 1990s and a compelling tale of one man’s attempt to outsmart the system.

“A stunning Heist movie” — Dave Moore, TodayFM
“An irresistible crowd-pleaser” — Donald Clarke, The Irish Times
“A wildly entertainingunderdog tale” — Cara O’Doherty, The Echo

Film Info:
Cert: PG
Language: English
Country of Origin: Ireland
Release Year: 2025
Duration: 1h 25m(85 min)

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