Movies and TvShows featuring "gin-rummy" theme.
A lonely office drone in New York City lets company managers use his apartment for affairs. He hopes to catch the eye of elevator operator Fran Kubelik. Complications arise when he is promoted and learns Kubelik is involved with his boss. After an office party on Christmas Eve, Kubelik confronts the boss and overdoses on sleeping pills. The protagonist revives her and cares for her while avoiding authorities. They grow closer during her recovery. The boss continuously strings Kubelik along until she realizes the protagonist truly loves her. They reunite and declare their love for each other.
Sherlock Holmes is called to investigate when a valuable diamond necklace is stolen on a train. As the detective tries to solve the case, he encounters a shrouded corpse, a bumbling police inspector, and a locked-room mystery.
In 'Born Yesterday,' a wealthy tycoon hires a journalist to educate his uncultured mistress. As she becomes more sophisticated, she starts to question her relationship and the corrupt political world around her.
Set in the summer of 1963, 'The Flamingo Kid' follows a teenager who takes a summer job at a beach club. He navigates through the challenges of growing up and discovering himself while working at the club and interacting with its eccentric members. The movie explores themes of love, friendship, identity, and the clash between different social classes.
A detective named Michael Shayne takes on a case involving a stepmother and stepdaughter. As he digs deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy involving blackmail, deception, and revenge. With the help of an illusionist and a singer, Shayne must navigate through a web of deceit to solve the mystery.
This powerfully bittersweet comedy follows the relationship that develops between nursing home residents Fonsia (Mary Tyler Moore) and Weller (Dick Van Dyke) during a series of gin games in which their ailments, misfortunes and losses are exposed in funny, honest and increasingly heated moments.
A young con man and World War II veteran finds himself caught up in an attempted swindle and a boxing match in Los Angeles. As he navigates through the dangerous world of crime and deceit, he must rely on his wit and skill to survive.
Out of the Fog is a crime drama film set in Brooklyn, New York City. It revolves around a love triangle and a gangster plot. The story follows a police detective who discovers a sinister plan involving a petty gangster and his associates. As the detective tries to unravel the truth, he becomes entangled in a web of extortion, arson, and murder. Along the way, he must navigate the complexities of relationships and face the dark side of the city. Out of the Fog combines elements of romance, drama, and film-noir to create a gripping and suspenseful narrative.
The Facts of Life is a comedy-drama movie that follows the lives of various couples and individuals in California. The story revolves around their marriages, vacations, and fishing trips, as well as their relationships and challenges. It explores themes of love, infidelity, and the complexities of human relationships.
An orphan helps a doctor fight an epidemic in a small western town, in one of Allan Dwan’s closely observed studies in Americana.
Nazis dressed to look like Great Apes are looking for gold, and Jungle Jim must stop them.
Jan Horak is a middle-aged railroad dispatcher stationed at a forsaken spot in the desert, within driving distance of the nearest town. A widower, he has saved his money and goes to town to buy a dog, meets Betty, a flashy blonde who gains his confidence and marries him to acquire his $7,000 "fortune."
The Gin Game is a drama set in a retirement home where two elderly residents, Weller and Fonsia, strike up a friendship. They start playing gin rummy and the game becomes a battleground for their frustrations and personal demons. As they continue playing, the stakes get higher and their true selves are revealed. The play explores themes of aging, relationships, and the human condition.
Lost Angel is a heartwarming comedy-drama film set in New York City. It follows the story of an orphan who finds a father figure in an escaped prisoner. Together, they navigate the challenges of city life and form a bond that transcends blood ties. With elements of romance and comedy, the film explores themes of love, family, and redemption.
The Gambler follows the story of a husband who is addicted to gambling. His addiction leads him to neglect his family and accumulate a massive gambling debt. In an attempt to pay off his debts, he resorts to playing high-stakes poker and gin rummy games. The movie showcases his compulsion and the consequences of his actions while exploring themes of addiction, infidelity, and the pursuit of a 'happy ending.' Set in Athens, Greece, the film captures the lively atmosphere of the local gambling scene and features a cast of colorful characters.
In 'Early to Bet,' a gambling addict gets caught up in a series of surreal misadventures involving bets, card games, and cartoon insects.
Pa Bear's attempts to hibernate are constantly frustrated by Junyer's snoring, Ma repeatedly opening the window, a persistent drip from the ceiling and finally, the voices of spring.
Two polite gophers are in their underground home, playing gin, when a dog buries his bone right on top of them. They try to negotiate with the dog so that he will bury the bone elsewhere. But the dog refuses to be cooperative.
There are no queens and very little Broadway (except for an opening establishing shot) in Queen of Broadway. Instead, this sentimental B-picture is the story of a gambler (Rochelle Hudson), who tries to clean up her act and adopt an orphan (Donald Mayo).
A genie turned mortal after his many failures is sent to Baghdad. As his last chance to prove himself he must help a prince and princess fulfill a prophecy.