Croupier (1998)

6.7/10 94 min Drama Thriller

Overview

Jack Manfred is an aspiring writer who to make ends meet, takes a job as a croupier. Jack remains an observer, knowing that everything in life is a gamble and that gamblers are born to lose. Inevitably, he gets sucked into the world of the casino which takes its toll on his relationships and the novel he is writing.

Cast

Clive Owen

Jack Manfred

Kate Hardie

Bella

Alex Kingston

Jani De Villiers

Gina McKee

Marion Nell

Nicholas Ball

Jack Snr.

Alexander Morton

David Reynolds

Paul Reynolds

Matt

Barnaby Kay

Car Dealer

Rhona Mitra

Girl with Joint

Ozzie Yue

Mr Tchai

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