Plot Summary
This lavish Soviet/Czech co-production is based on Fyodor Dostoyevsky's famous novel, The Gambler, which tells the story of a Russian living in Germany, in a gambling resort. This film is set at the turn of the century, and was filmed in Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad), Czechoslovakia. Played by Nikolai Burlyayev, the gambler succumbs completely to his addiction, using up every resource he has (human, spiritual and financial) in his wagering, finally becoming a rootless drifter.
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Director & Crew
Aleksey Batalov
Director
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What is the TMDB rating of The Gambler?
It has a TMDB rating of 4.3/10 based on 3 votes.
Who directed The Gambler?
The Gambler was directed by Aleksey Batalov and released in 1972.
How long is The Gambler?
The Gambler has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1972-11-17
- Status
- Released