The Gambler movie poster

The Gambler

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

October 2, 1974 1h 51m 6.7/10 (122 votes)

Originally released in 1974. The Gambler is a drama/crime film. directed by Karel Reisz.

Starring James Caan, Paul Sorvino, and Lauren Hutton

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.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 2, 1974 51 years ago
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Runtime 1h 51m 111 minutes total
User Rating 6.7/10 Good (122 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Paramount Pictures
  • Chartoff-Winkler Productions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Gambler about?

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.

Who directed The Gambler?

The Gambler was directed by Karel Reisz.

How long is The Gambler?

The Gambler has a runtime of 1 hours and 51 minutes (111 minutes total).

When was The Gambler released?

The Gambler was released on October 2, 1974 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Gambler?

The main cast of The Gambler includes James Caan, Paul Sorvino, Lauren Hutton, Morris Carnovsky, Jacqueline Brookes.

Is The Gambler worth watching?

The Gambler has a user rating of 6.7/10 based on 122 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.