The 2003 film "Lucky" is a dramatization of the real-life events surrounding the disappearance and presumed death of John Bingham, 7th Earl of Lucan, in the 1970s. The story centers around the Clermont Club, a high-stakes casino in Mayfair, and its ruthless owner John Aspinall. Lucan, known for his consistent losing streak, is a frequent client of the club and becomes increasingly violent and erratic as his marriage to Veronica Bingham deteriorates. When he kills his children's nanny, Sandra Rivett, in a botched attempt to murder his wife, he goes on the run and is eventually found guilty of the crime. The film explores the complex web of relationships and motivations surrounding the case, including the role of Aspinall and the club's members in covering up Lucan's crimes.
Lucan
John Bingham, the 7th Earl of Lucan, vanished in 1974 amidst accusations of murdering his children's nanny, leaving behind a trail of mystery and intrigue.
