The Cooler
2003, English. Directed by Wayne Kramer.
When your life depends on losing... the last thing you need is lady luck.
Bernie works at a Las Vegas casino, where he uses his innate ability to bring about misfortune in those around him to jinx gamblers into losing. His imposing boss, Shelly Kaplow, is happy with the arrangement. But Bernie finds unexpected happiness when he begins dating attractive waitress Natalie Belisario.
- Runtime
- 1h 41m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 406 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Cooler
The Cooler isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- Wayne KramerDirector
- William H. MacyBernie Lootz
- Alec BaldwinShelly Kaplow
- Maria BelloNatalie Belisario
- Shawn HatosyMikey
- Ron LivingstonLarry Sokolov
- Paul SorvinoBuddy Stafford
- Estella WarrenCharlene
- Arthur J. NascarellaNicky Fingers Bonnatto
- Joey FatoneJohnny Cappella
- M.C. GaineyHighway Officer
- Ellen GreeneDoris
- Don ScribnerLou
Details
- Released
- 26 November 2003
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- Frank Hannah, Wayne Kramer
- Budget
- $4M
- Box office
- $10M
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The Cooler: quick answers
Is The Cooler worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 406 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Cooler?
The Cooler runs 101 minutes (1h 41m).
Does The Cooler have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Cooler. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Cooler parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Cooler is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Cooler on?
The Cooler isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 7 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Cooler?
If you liked The Cooler, try Things Change, The Big Kahuna, Lucky You.
Who directed The Cooler?
The Cooler (2003) was directed by Wayne Kramer and stars William H. Macy, Alec Baldwin, Maria Bello.