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The Gambler

The Gambler

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

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Gambler
  • Genres: Drama, Crime
  • Release Date: 1974-10-02
  • Runtime: 111 minutes
  • Rating: 6.7/10 (113 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Paramount Pictures, Chartoff-Winkler Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.6989
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

James Caan

James Caan

as Axel

Paul Sorvino

Paul Sorvino

as Hips

Lauren Hutton

Lauren Hutton

as Billie

Morris Carnovsky

Morris Carnovsky

as A. R. Lowenthal

Jacqueline Brookes

Jacqueline Brookes

as Naomi

Burt Young

Burt Young

as Carmine

Carmine Caridi

Carmine Caridi

as Jimmy

Carl W. Crudup

Carl W. Crudup

as Spencer

Stuart Margolin

Stuart Margolin

as Cowboy

Vic Tayback

Vic Tayback

as One

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Gambler (1974) Original Trailer [FHD]

The Gambler - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Gambler?

The Gambler is a Drama, Crime movie directed by . It was released on 1974-10-02.

Who are the main actors in The Gambler?

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

Where can I watch The Gambler online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Gambler is available.

Is The Gambler based on a true story?

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

What is the IMDb rating of The Gambler?

The Gambler has an IMDb rating of 6.7/10 based on 113 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Gambler?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Gambler?

The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures, Chartoff-Winkler Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Gambler filmed?

The Gambler was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Gambler?

The total runtime of The Gambler is 111 minutes.

Is The Gambler suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Gambler?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Gambler.

Does The Gambler have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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