The Gambler

Storyline

The Gambler 2014

Jim Bennett, a professor living in New York City, finds himself drowning in debt due to his severe gambling addiction. In a desperate attempt to get out of his financial troubles, he borrows $40,000 from his mother and tries to convince one of his students to fix a sports game for him. Despite being a beloved and inspirational figure at his school, Bennett’s dark secret of gambling addiction threatens to unravel his life. As he spirals deeper into the world of high-stakes gambling, Bennett must confront the consequences of his actions before it’s too late.

Genre:
Crime, Drama, Thriller
Year:
2014
Country:
United States
IMDB:
6 - tt2039393
Duration:
Content Rating:
R
Director:
Rupert Wyatt
Stars:
Jessica Lange, John Goodman, Mark Wahlberg