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Rounders (1998)

"Trust everyone... But always cut the cards."

7.019982h 1mEN
DramaCrime

Directed by John Dahl

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

2h 1m

Language

EN

Release

September 11, 1998

Director

John Dahl

Official Trailer

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Overview

Poker addict Mike McDermott knows the game inside out, but loses his money one night in a game to Russian-American gangster Teddy KGB. Promising his partner Jo he'll give up, he meets up with best friend Lester 'Worm' Murphy, just out of prison and owing lots of money to the wrong kind of people. Mc...

Cast

Matt Damon

Matt Damon

Mike McDermott

Edward Norton

Edward Norton

Lester 'Worm' Murphy

John Turturro

John Turturro

Joey Knish

Gretchen Mol

Gretchen Mol

Jo

John Malkovich

John Malkovich

Teddy KGB

Famke Janssen

Famke Janssen

Petra

Martin Landau

Martin Landau

Abe Petrovsky

Michael Rispoli

Michael Rispoli

Grama

Goran Višnjić

Goran Višnjić

Maurice

Mal Z. Lawrence

Mal Z. Lawrence

Irving

Paul Cicero

Paul Cicero

Russian Thug

Ray Iannicelli

Ray Iannicelli

Kenny

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Rounders (1998), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Poker addict Mike McDermott knows the game inside out, but loses his money one night in a game to Russian-American gangster Teddy KGB. Promising his partner Jo he'll give up, he meets up with best friend Lester 'Worm' Murphy, just out of prison and owing lots of money to the wrong kind of people. McDermott becomes his co-guarantor and now there's only one way to raise the money, the pair have to get back into the game.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Rounders. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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