Hard Eight
1997, English. Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson.
If you stay in the game long enough, you'll see everything, win everything, and lose everything.
A stranger mentors a young Reno gambler who weds a hooker and befriends a vulgar casino regular.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 1,036 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Hard Eight
Hard Eight isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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- Paul Thomas AndersonDirector
- Philip Baker HallSydney
- John C. ReillyJohn
- Gwyneth PaltrowClementine
- Samuel L. JacksonJimmy
- F. William ParkerHostage
- Philip Seymour HoffmanYoung Craps Player
- Nathanael CooperRestroom Attendant
- Wynn WhiteWaitress
- Robert RidgelyKeno Bar Manager
- Kathleen CampbellKeno Girl
- Michael J. RowePit Boss
- Peter D'AllesandroBartender
Details
- Released
- 28 February 1997
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paul Thomas Anderson
- Budget
- $3M
- Box office
- $223K
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Hard Eight: quick answers
Is Hard Eight worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 1,036 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Hard Eight?
Hard Eight runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Hard Eight have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Hard Eight. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Hard Eight parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Hard Eight is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Hard Eight on?
Hard Eight isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
What movies are like Hard Eight?
If you liked Hard Eight, try Rounders, The Gambler, The Gambler.
Who directed Hard Eight?
Hard Eight (1997) was directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and stars Philip Baker Hall, John C. Reilly, Gwyneth Paltrow.