The Gambler
1974, English. Directed by Karel Reisz.
For $10,000 they break your arms. For $20,000 they break your legs. Axel Freed owes $44,000.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- 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 138 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Gambler isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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- Released
- 2 October 1974
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- James Toback
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What The Gambler is based on
The Gambler is based on The Gambler (1867) by Fyodor Dostoyevsky.
1867
The Gambler
By Fyodor Dostoyevsky
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The Gambler: quick answers
Is The Gambler worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 138 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Gambler?
The Gambler runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Does The Gambler have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Gambler. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Gambler parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Gambler is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Gambler on?
The Gambler isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Gambler?
If you liked The Gambler, try Rounders, The Gambler, House of Games.
Who directed The Gambler?
The Gambler (1974) was directed by Karel Reisz and stars James Caan, Paul Sorvino, Lauren Hutton.
What is The Gambler based on?
The Gambler is based on The Gambler (1867) by Fyodor Dostoyevsky.