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Croupier
“Life's a gamble...”
6.7 / 10• 1998• 1h 34m•R• English
DramaThriller
Storyline
Jack Manfred is an aspiring writer who to make ends meet, takes a job as a croupier. Jack remains an observer, knowing that everything in life is a gamble and that gamblers are born to lose. Inevitably, he gets sucked into the world of the casino which takes its toll on his relationships and the novel he is writing.
Cast & Crew
Clive Owen
Jack Manfred
Lead
Kate Hardie
Bella
Alex Kingston
Jani De Villiers
Gina McKee
Marion Nell
Nicholas Ball
Jack Snr.
Alexander Morton
David Reynolds
Paul Reynolds
Matt
NR
Nick Reding
Giles Cremorne
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Mike Hodges's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Croupier is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
