In Las Vegas, two best friends - a casino executive and a mafia enforcer - compete for a gambling empire and a fast-living, fast-loving socialite. Sam Rothstein becomes the boss of the Tangiers Casino, doubling its profits for the Mafia. However, his friend Nicky Santoro becomes a liability with his violent temper. Sam falls in love with Ginger McKenna, but their relationship deteriorates when her past catches up with them. As the mob's power declines, Sam reflects on the changes in Las Vegas.
In this parody of the James Bond franchise, a retired secret agent is brought back into action to take on a criminal organization and their evil plot. With absurd humor and hilarious situations, Casino Royale (1967) delivers a madcap comedy experience filled with spoofed spy tropes.
In Monster Hunt 2, a monster hunter and his team set out on a mission to protect a baby monster from falling into the wrong hands. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and must work together to ensure the safety of the monster.
Empire Records follows a group of quirky teenagers working at a struggling record store. Throughout the day, they face personal and professional challenges while figuring out their futures. With a focus on themes of friendship, music, and identity, the film explores the struggles and triumphs of young adulthood.
When a couple realizes they can't afford to send their daughter to college, they decide to turn their home into an underground casino to make money. As the business thrives, they find themselves caught up in a world of gambling, corruption, and hilarious mishaps.
When a group of stewardesses find themselves stranded in the wild west, they must use their wits and charm to survive and find their way back home.
Owning Mahowny is a gripping movie about a bank manager named Dan Mahowny who becomes obsessed with gambling, leading to a life of embezzlement, fraud, and deception. Set in 1980s Toronto, Mahowny's addiction takes him from the local casino to high-stakes gambling in Las Vegas and Atlantic City. As his debts pile up, Mahowny resorts to desperate measures to keep his gambling habit a secret, even risking his freedom and his relationships.
A scorned woman plots revenge against the man who abandoned her 25 years earlier in order to marry another woman with money to advance his career. The plan is to have her two sons seduce and marry her former lover's two daughters, and in the process destroy the man's life.
The Electric Horseman tells the story of a former rodeo champion, Sonny Steele, who works as a corporate spokesperson for a cereal company. When he discovers that the corporation he works for plans to exploit a champion racehorse, he decides to steal the horse and go on the run to expose the conspiracy. Along the way, he is joined by a journalist named Hallie Martin, and together they navigate the dangers of the modern western landscape while trying to stay one step ahead of the corporation's henchmen.
Gambler Arnold Rothstein marries an actress, avenges his buddy and meets an underworld fate.
Lucky is an American dark comedy television series which ran for one season on FX Networks in 2003. The show starred John Corbett as Michael "Lucky" Linkletter, a professional poker player and gambling addict. The series was created by Robb Cullen and Mark Cullen. It was nominated for the 2003 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Writing in a Comedy Series.
Frenchie is a 1950 Western film that revolves around murder, vindication, and a manipulative female character. Colt-45, horseback riding, and romantic rivalry are also key elements. The story follows Frenchie, a countess who gets involved in a murder case in a gambling casino. As the plot unfolds, Frenchie seeks revenge for an unsolved murder while dealing with a love triangle and a catfight. Alcoholic characters and the escape from jail play significant roles, leading to a climactic showdown.
The Story of a Cheat follows the life of a charming scoundrel who narrates his journey filled with deceit, theft, and various adventures. From his childhood as a lift boy to becoming a master of disguise and a skilled thief, he shares his experiences with witty narration and a touch of humor. Along the way, he encounters an anonymous letter, an assassination plot, and even tries his luck in the notorious Monte Carlo. With his cunning ways and undeniable charm, this cheat takes viewers on a thrilling and entertaining ride.
In 'A Kiss for Corliss,' a teenage girl named Corliss tries to navigate her relationships with a manipulative woman, her father, and her romantic interests. She also deals with challenges such as blackmail and amnesia.
A circus performer falls in love with the son of a plantation owner in antebellum New Orleans. When the young man's stepmother objects to the wedding, the couple break apart and go their separate ways for a time. Also in the mix are two circus comics who feud over the heart of another Southern belle.
In 5 Against the House, a group of college students, dealing with their own personal issues and demons, come up with a daring plan to rob a casino. As they execute their plan, tensions rise and alliances are tested, leading to unexpected consequences.
Johnny O'Clock, a professional gambler, gets entangled in a web of crime, jealousy, and murder when his ex-lover approaches him for help. As he navigates through the dangerous world of gambling, casinos, and deceit, he must unravel a mystery that involves a drive-by-shooting, engraving, dry cleaning, and a roulette wheel.
In this drama film, a repentant sinner finds himself trapped in a cycle of self-destructiveness and cynicism. He must confront his demons and seek redemption. Set in the 1860s, the story is told in flashback as the protagonist reflects on his life choices and the consequences they have had. Through religious symbolism and a series of memorable encounters, he learns the true meaning of repentance.
In their third and last teaming, Bill Crane and Doc Williams visit a country estate to investigate threatening letters from the mysterious 'Eye.'
Blues in the Night (1941) is a gripping film that tells the story of a jazz musician and his band who find themselves entangled in a web of drug addiction, turmoil, and illegal gambling. Set during the Great Depression era, the film follows their journey through poverty, eviction, and encounters with crooked gamblers. With captivating performances and a soundtrack filled with soulful blues, this movie showcases the fortitude of the characters amidst their trials and tribulations.