The Game
"What do you get for the man who has everything...?"
Originally released in 1997. The Game is a drama/thriller film. directed by David Fincher. With a runtime of 2h 9m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Michael Douglas, Sean Penn, and Deborah Kara Unger
Synopsis
In honor of his birthday, San Francisco banker Nicholas Van Orton, a financial genius and a cold-hearted loner, receives an unusual present from his younger brother, Conrad: a gift certificate to play a unique kind of game. In nary a nanosecond, Nicholas finds himself consumed by a dangerous set of ever-changing rules, unable to distinguish where the charade ends and reality begins.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 12, 1997
28 years ago
Runtime
2h 9m
129 minutes total
User Rating
7.6/10
Great (7,102 votes)
Budget
$50M
Production budget
Box Office
$109.4M
2.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Michael Douglas
as Nicholas Van Orton
Sean Penn
as Conrad Van Orton
Deborah Kara Unger
as Christine
James Rebhorn
as Jim Feingold
Peter Donat
as Samuel Sutherland
Carroll Baker
as Ilsa
Anna Katarina
as Elizabeth
Armin Mueller-Stahl
as Anson Baer
Charles Martinet
as Nicholas' Father
Scott Hunter McGuire
as Young Nicholas
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $50,000,000
- Revenue
- $109,423,648
Production Companies
- PolyGram Filmed Entertainment
- Propaganda Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Game about?
In honor of his birthday, San Francisco banker Nicholas Van Orton, a financial genius and a cold-hearted loner, receives an unusual present from his younger brother, Conrad: a gift certificate to p...
Who directed The Game?
The Game was directed by David Fincher.
How long is The Game?
The Game has a runtime of 2 hours and 9 minutes (129 minutes total).
When was The Game released?
The Game was released on September 12, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Game?
The main cast of The Game includes Michael Douglas, Sean Penn, Deborah Kara Unger, James Rebhorn, Peter Donat.
Is The Game worth watching?
The Game has a user rating of 7.6/10 based on 7,102 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.