The Best Gambling Movies to Come Out of Hollywood 

The movies have always been a popular form of entertainment, and over the years hundreds, if not thousands of movies have been made that play out scenes of the most loved and followed stories. From true events to movies based on the imagination of others, no matter what you are in the mood for, there is a movie out there for you.  

The gambling world has experienced its fair share of fame thanks to high rising movie titles. With loads of both positive and negative associations, gambling has managed to become one of the most prominent forms of entertainment. 

Nothing beats a plot that is filled with thrill and high-stake consequences, and that is why gambling is the perfect storyline for any movie. There are many gambling movies out there, including some of the most popular, like the James Bond 007 franchise, but in recent years there has been a surge in the number of movies based on the topic.  

If you are a gambler looking for a little bit of inspiration, then this is the perfect time to be alive! Keep reading to find out all the titles that are filled with the gambler’s edge. 

THE MAGNIFICENT SEVEN

#4 Magnificent Seven 

Magnificent Seven is a story based on a movie that was released in the 1950s, following the life of seven gunmen in the mission to help a revenge-seeking widow protect her town from the greedy industrialists. Released in 2016, this movie has seen a huge amount of success, with the reward of 162,4 million USD at the box office.  

Directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by Nic Pizzolatto and Richard Wenk, this movie is a Hollywood sensation with a list of some of the best names in the business. Starring Denzel Washington, Chris Pratt, Josh Faraday, Ethan Hawke, and many more, Magnificent Seven is a gambling movie every player should see. 

#3 Casino Royale 007

Coming in at third place, the James Bond franchise is known for its elegant yet deadly touch to the world of gambling. If you are a fan of gambling classics such as blackjack, poker, or any other table game, then you can feel firsthand the class that comes along with it. Casino Royale 007 is one of the most popular movies of 2006, if not the decade. With actors such as Daniel Craig, Eva Green, Vesper Lynd, Mads Mikkelsen, Judi Dench, and many more, it is no surprise of the major success of the movie. 

Directed by the highly acclaimed Martin Campbell, this movie holds all the power of what a blockbuster movie should be, plus more. Raking in over 606,1 million USD at the box office, this movie will always be one of the most prominent gambling-based movies. 

Molly's Game

#2 Molly’s Game

Released in 2018, Molly’s Game is a high-stakes American biographical crime drama film written and directed by Aaron Sorkin. Molly Blook is a woman of much success, and after a bad skiing injury, she became the host of the world’s most exclusive high stake poker game. After years of success, Molly was arrested by 17 FBI agents in the middle of the night. 

This blockbuster movie came with much success, bringing in an impressive 59,3 million dollars and many nominations for some high acclaimed awards. Not only is this movie’s storyline worth a watch, but the tors involved take this movie to a whole new level. 

UNCUT GEMS

#1 Uncut Gems 

Directed by two brothers, Josh Safdie, Benny Safdie, Uncut Gems is a movie based on a man called Howard Ratner (Adam Sandler) who is starting to drown in his debt. Operating in New York as a smooth operating jeweler, Howard comes across what he believes to be the next big thing in the form of a rare uncut gem in a rock in Ethiopia. The more he pursues this life-changing stroke of luck, the more he comes to realize the weight of the consequence for his life of high-stakes actions.  

Released in 2019, this Netflix movie has seen great success raking in 10 million US dollars at the box office alone. Starring actors such as Adam Sandler, Kevin Garnett, Julia Fox, and many more.

 

The Creme Of The Crop

As you can see there are plenty of ways to satisfy your gambling desires. Sit back, relax, and enjoy all the edge that comes along with it. From the action-packed storylines to the high-class motion picture, these movies all bring a flare that every gambler adores.

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