10 Movies About Gambling: From Ocean's Eleven to Rounders
Gambling has been a popular theme in movies for decades, with countless films depicting the highs and lows of the casino world. From classic heist films to crime dramas and romantic comedies, there is no shortage of movies about gambling. In this article, we've compiled a list of 10 must-see movies about gambling that are sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.
Ocean's Eleven (2001)
Directed by Steven Soderbergh and featuring an all-star cast, Ocean's Eleven follows Danny Ocean and his team as they plan an elaborate heist to rob three Las Vegas casinos simultaneously.
TMDB rating: 7.42 / 10 (10405 votes)View on IMDB
Rounders (1998)
Starring Matt Damon and Edward Norton, Rounders tells the story of a young poker player who must return to the high-stakes poker world to help a friend pay off loan sharks.
TMDB rating: 7.01 / 10 (1491 votes)View on IMDB
Casino (1995)
Directed by Martin Scorsese, Casino is a crime drama set in the world of mob-controlled casinos in Las Vegas, starring Robert De Niro, Sharon Stone, and Joe Pesci.
TMDB rating: 8 / 10 (4997 votes)View on IMDB
The Sting (1973)
Set in the 1930s, The Sting is a classic heist film starring Paul Newman and Robert Redford as two con men seeking revenge against a mob boss by setting up an elaborate gambling scam.
TMDB rating: 8.02 / 10 (2216 votes)View on IMDB
The Gambler (2014)
Starring Mark Wahlberg, The Gambler is a crime drama about a literature professor with a gambling addiction who becomes entangled with loan sharks and a high-stakes underground gambling ring.
TMDB rating: 5.91 / 10 (1208 votes)View on IMDB
21 (2008)
Based on a true story, 21 follows a group of MIT students, led by their professor, as they use card counting techniques to win millions of dollars at Las Vegas casinos.
TMDB rating: 6.69 / 10 (4165 votes)View on IMDB
The Cooler (2003)
Starring William H. Macy, The Cooler is a romantic drama about a casino employee with a unique ability to bring bad luck to gamblers, who falls in love with a cocktail waitress, causing his "cooling" powers to fade.
TMDB rating: 6.7 / 10 (293 votes)View on IMDB
Croupier (1998)
Croupier is a British film noir starring Clive Owen as a struggling writer who takes a job as a casino croupier and becomes involved in a heist plot.
TMDB rating: 6.77 / 10 (239 votes)View on IMDB
Owning Mahowny (2003)
Based on a true story, Owning Mahowny stars Philip Seymour Hoffman as a bank manager with a gambling addiction who embezzles millions of dollars to fund his obsession.
TMDB rating: 6.8 / 10 (124 votes)View on IMDB
Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels (1998)
Directed by Guy Ritchie, Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels is a British crime comedy about a group of friends who become entangled in a high-stakes poker game, leading to a chaotic chain of events involving gangsters and stolen goods.
TMDB rating: 8.13 / 10 (5877 votes)View on IMDB
Whether you're a seasoned gambler or just enjoy watching the drama unfold on the big screen, these movies are sure to entertain. From Ocean's Eleven's stylish heist to Rounders' intense poker games and Casino's gritty portrayal of the mob-controlled Las Vegas casinos, each of these movies brings something unique to the table. So grab some popcorn, settle in, and get ready for a thrilling ride through the world of gambling.
