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The Gambler is a 2014 American crime drama film directed by Rupert Wyatt. The screenplay by William Monahan is based on the 1974 film The Gambler, written by James Toback, which, in turn, is based on Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel of the same name.
- $39.3 million
- $25–31 million
Dec 25, 2014 · Mark Wahlberg stars as Jim Bennett, a literature professor and gambler who borrows money from a gangster and a loan shark. He faces the consequences of his risky lifestyle and his relationship with a student in this remake of the 1974 film.
- (72K)
- Crime, Drama, Thriller
- Rupert Wyatt
- 2014-12-25
Kenny Rogers stars as Brady Hawkes, the titular gambler, who embarks on a journey to meet Jeremiah ( Ronnie Scribner ), the young son he never knew after Jeremiah sends him a letter. Along the way, Brady meets Billy Montana ( Bruce Boxleitner) and the two become friends.
Dec 25, 2014 · A remake of the 1974 James Caan film, this version follows a gambler who teaches a college literature class and faces various challenges from his mentors and enemies. The reviewer criticizes the film for its lack of grit, nastiness and desperation, and its focus on the lead character's arrogance and schemes.
The Gambler is a 1974 American crime drama film written by James Toback and directed by Karel Reisz. It stars James Caan, Paul Sorvino, and Lauren Hutton. Caan's performance was widely lauded and was nominated for a Golden Globe . Plot.
A movie about a gambling professor who owes money to a gangster and a loan shark, and faces a life-or-death situation. Read the plot details, cast and crew, user reviews, trivia, and FAQ on IMDb.
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Jan 1, 2015 · A literature professor and gambler borrows from a gangster and offers his life as collateral. Critics and audiences are divided on this remake of the James Caan classic, with mixed reviews and ratings.
