Topic: Gambling

Direction George Roy Hill

Cast Robert Redford · Paul Newman · Robert Shaw · Charles Durning

Synopsis The Sting (1973) follows the story of Johnny Hooker (Robert Redford), a small-time trickster, and his partner, Luther (Robert Earl Jones), who accidentally deceive a numbers runner courier, drawing the ire of ruthless mobster Doyle Lonigan (Robert Shaw). Upon realizing...

Direction Robert Rossen

Cast Paul Newman · Jackie Gleason · George C. Scott · Piper Laurie

Synopsis The Hustler (1961) follows the journey of "Fast" Eddie Felson (Paul Newman), a confident and ambitious pool player who seeks to challenge the renowned Minnesota Fats (Jackie Gleason) in the local pool halls. With the guidance of the corrupt manager...

Direction Martin Scorsese

Cast Robert De Niro · Sharon Stone · Joe Pesci · James Woods

Synopsis Casino (1995) follows the story of "Ace" Rothstein (Robert De Niro), a meticulous and disciplined mob enforcer who oversees the operations of a Las Vegas casino. His life intertwines with Nicky Santoro (Joe Pesci), a volatile and impulsive enforcer, and...

Direction Yûzô Satô

Synopsis Kaiji: Against All Rules (TV Series) (2011) follows Kaiji Itou as he returns to his grim existence after the incidents at the Starside Hotel. Seized by the Teiai group, to whom he owes a significant amount of money, Kaiji is...

Direction Zhang Yimou

Cast Gong Li · Ge You · Jiang Wu · Niu Ben

Synopsis To Live (1994) follows the journey of Fugui, a man from a once-affluent family whose life takes a dramatic turn due to his gambling addiction and a streak of misfortune. He loses his family home in a dice game with...

Direction Charles Vidor

Cast Rita Hayworth · Glenn Ford · George Macready · Joseph Calleia

Synopsis Gilda (1946) follows the tale of Johnny Farrell, a petty gambler who finds himself in a life-threatening situation upon his arrival in Argentina. He is rescued by the enigmatic Ballin Mundson, who subsequently hires him as his trusted associate. Their...

Direction Yûzô Satô

Synopsis Gambling Apocalypse Kaiji (TV Series) (2007) follows the story of Itou Kaiji, a seemingly aimless individual known for petty crimes like stealing car emblems and slashing tires. His life takes an unexpected turn when a mysterious man in a trench...

Direction Norman Lloyd

Cast Steve McQueen · Peter Lorre · Neile Adams · Katherine Squire

Synopsis Alfred Hitchcock Presents: Man from the South (TV) (1960) unfolds in the vibrant setting of a Las Vegas casino, where a disagreeable individual attempts to exploit a young man's desire to impress a newly acquainted young woman. By leveraging this...

Direction Steven Soderbergh

Cast George Clooney · Julia Roberts · Matt Damon · Andy García

Synopsis Ocean's Eleven (2001) follows the story of Danny Ocean, a recently paroled criminal who reunites with his old partner, Rusty, to execute an ambitious heist. Their target is the vault of three Las Vegas casinos, which will hold a staggering...

Direction Ted Kotcheff

Cast Gary Bond · Donald Pleasence · Chips Rafferty · Jack Thompson

Synopsis Wake in Fright (Outback) (1971) follows the journey of John Grant, a dedicated schoolteacher who finds himself stranded in the harsh and unforgiving mining town of Bundanyabba. Initially intending to spend just one night before continuing to Sydney, John's plans...

Direction Norman Jewison

Cast Steve McQueen · Edward G. Robinson · Karl Malden · Tuesday Weld

Synopsis The Cincinnati Kid (1965) follows the journey of a young and ambitious card player, known as the Cincinnati Kid, who seeks to prove his mettle by challenging a seasoned and respected player for the title of "The Man." The story...

Direction Masahiro Shinoda

Cast Ryo Ikebe · Mariko Kaga · Takashi Fujiki · Chisako Hara

Synopsis Pale Flower (1964) follows the story of Muraki, a seasoned Yakuza gangster who has recently been freed from prison after a murder conviction. Upon his return to society, Muraki revisits his old gambling spots and crosses paths with Saeko, a...

Direction Hiroaki Matsuyama

Cast Erika Toda · Shôta Matsuda · Megumi Seki · Yosiyoshi Arakawa

Synopsis Liar Game: The Final Stage (2010) follows Kanzaki Nao (Toda Erika), who, despite having the option to exit, chooses to participate in the ultimate round of the Liar Game Tournament alongside Akiyama Shinichi (Matsuda Shota) and nine other contestants. This...

Direction Yûzô Satô

Synopsis Mahjong Legend Akagi: The Genius Who Descended Into the Darkness (TV Series) (2005) begins on a tumultuous night as Nangou engages in a high-stakes Mahjong match with local yakuza members. His luck turns sour, and he faces the grim prospect...

Direction Phil Karlson

Cast John McIntire · Richard Kiley · Kathryn Grant · Edward Andrews

Synopsis The Phenix City Story (1955) is a gripping narrative inspired by true events, set in the notorious "Sin City" of Alabama. The film delves into a world where gambling, prostitution, and various other vices were openly tolerated by law enforcement,...

Direction King Vidor

Cast Wallace Beery · Jackie Cooper · Irene Rich · Roscoe Ates

Synopsis The Champ (1931) follows the story of Dink Purcell, a young boy who deeply cares for his father, Andy "Champ" Purcell, a former heavyweight champion struggling with alcoholism and gambling. Despite their challenging living conditions, Dink's love for his father...

Direction Luigi Comencini

Cast Alberto Sordi · Silvana Mangano · Joseph Cotten · Bette Davis

Synopsis The Scientific Cardplayer (1972) follows the annual scheme of Pepino and Antonia, a pair of resourceful Italians, who eagerly anticipate the arrival of "the old lady," a wealthy and disabled American. Their plan? To deceive her through a clever card...

Direction David Mamet

Cast Lindsay Crouse · Joe Mantegna · Mike Nussbaum · J.T. Walsh

Synopsis House of Games (1987) delves into the complex character of Dr. Margaret Ford, portrayed by Lindsay Crouse, a renowned psychiatrist and best-selling author with a focus on addictive behaviors. During a therapy session, she uncovers that one of her patients...

Direction John Dahl

Cast Matt Damon · Edward Norton · Gretchen Mol · John Malkovich

Synopsis Rounders (1998) follows Mike McDermott, a former poker prodigy who decides to leave his gambling days behind after a disastrous high-stakes game. He enrolls in law school and starts a new life with his girlfriend. However, when his childhood friend,...

Direction Martin Scorsese

Cast Paul Newman · Tom Cruise · Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio · John Turturro

Synopsis The Color of Money (1986) follows the journey of seasoned pool hustler Fast Eddie Felson, who encounters a gifted young player named Vincent in a local bar. Seeing a reflection of his younger self in Vincent, Eddie decides to mentor...