The Gambler

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

⭐ 6.7 /10 123 votes

October 2, 1974 1h 51m Released

Drama Crime

Storyline

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.

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        Karel Reisz
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        James Toback
                                    

                                    Studio
                                    Paramount Pictures
                                

                                    Rating
                                    6.7/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

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Cast & Crew

James Caan

Axel

Paul Sorvino

Hips

Lauren Hutton

Billie

Morris Carnovsky

A. R. Lowenthal

Jacqueline Brookes

Naomi

Burt Young

Carmine

Carmine Caridi

Jimmy

Carl W. Crudup

Spencer

Stuart Margolin

Cowboy

Vic Tayback

One

Antonio Fargas

Pimp

William Andrews

Basketball Coach

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The Gambler released?

The Gambler was released on October 2, 1974.

How long is The Gambler?

The runtime of The Gambler is 1h 51m.

What genre is The Gambler?

The Gambler is a Drama, Crime movie.

What is the rating of The Gambler?

The Gambler has a rating of 6.7 out of 10 on TMDB.

Where can I watch The Gambler?

The Gambler is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Who directed The Gambler?

The Gambler was directed by Karel Reisz.

Who stars in The Gambler?

The main cast of The Gambler includes James Caan, Paul Sorvino, Lauren Hutton.

What language is The Gambler in?

The Gambler is originally in English.