The Gambler

For $10,000 they break your arms. For $20,000 they break your legs. Axel Freed owes $44,000.

19741h 52m6.7(137 votes)

DramaCrime

Synopsis

New York City English professor Axel Freed outwardly seems like an upstanding citizen. But privately Freed is in the clutches of a severe gambling addiction that threatens to destroy him.

The Gambler (1974) is a drama and crime film directed by Karel Reisz. It stars James Caan, Paul Sorvino, and Lauren Hutton. The film runs for 1 hour 52 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.7 out of 10 from 137 votes.

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Director

Karel Reisz

Cast

James Caan

Axel

Paul Sorvino

Hips

Lauren Hutton

Billie

Morris Carnovsky

A. R. Lowenthal

Jacqueline Brookes

Naomi

Burt Young

Carmine

Carmine Caridi

Jimmy

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Gambler

Where can I watch The Gambler?

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Who stars in The Gambler?

The Gambler stars James Caan, Paul Sorvino, Lauren Hutton, and Morris Carnovsky, and was directed by Karel Reisz.

How long is The Gambler?

The Gambler has a runtime of 1 hour 52 minutes.

When did The Gambler come out?

The Gambler was released in 1974.

What genre is The Gambler?

The Gambler is a drama and crime film.

Is The Gambler worth watching?

The Gambler holds an average audience score of 6.7 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.