Movies and TvShows featuring "high-stakes" theme.

Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated follows the adventures of a group of teenage detectives, Fred, Velma, Daphne, Shaggy, and their talking dog Scooby-Doo. Together, they investigate and solve various mysteries in their hometown of Crystal Cove, uncovering a larger conspiracy along the way. With humor, suspense, and a touch of romance, the gang faces kidnappings, strange creatures, and the secrets of the town's past.

Record of Ragnarok is a thrilling anime series based on the manga of the same name. It portrays a catastrophic event in which the fate of humanity is decided through a series of battles between powerful gods and chosen human representatives. As the gods aim to exterminate humanity, the humans fight back to prove their worth and survival against overwhelming odds. With intense combat, mythical creatures, and a touch of historical fiction, this show delivers an action-packed adventure like no other.

Flashpoint (2008) follows the story of a police protoganist leading an elite tactical team in Toronto, Canada. They are tasked with handling dangerous missions, such as hostage situations and sniper incidents, where lives hang in the balance. With their specialized skills and quick thinking, the team races against time to save lives and ensure justice is served.

An ex-FBI agent turned security consultant gets drawn into a dangerous world of high-stakes gambling and secret organizations in Las Vegas. He must navigate through a web of conspiracy, corruption, and criminal activity while facing threats from a mysterious cartel and a serial killer.

In a world of idle gods, humans are forced into brain challenges with them. With three defeats, gods lose their right to challenge, while 10 victories spell human triumph. Fay, determined to achieve the impossible, enters the ultimate test of wits against the gods. Will he defy divinity, or is he just another loss in the making?

Kakegurui follows the story of Yumeko Jabami, a transfer student at Hyakkaou Private Academy, a gambling institution where students' fortunes are determined by skillful games of chance. Yumeko gets involved in high-stakes gambling and challenges the school's elite gamblers, risking her own life and reputation in the process. As she navigates the treacherous world of gambling, Yumeko learns that there's more to winning than just luck.

A year before Yumeko Jabami graced the hallowed halls of Hyakkou Private Academy, Mary Saotome got her own start at the gambling-addicted school. Can this normal girl achieve her own rags-to-riches story through wits and luck?

In 1930s New Orleans, a talented young poker player named Cincinnati Kid challenges the reigning card shark Lancey Howard to a high-stakes game. As the tension rises, the Cincinnati Kid must navigate through a web of deceit, betrayal, and mind games to prove himself as the best.

Explore the dark consequences of a single decision in this gripping drama series. With a female protagonist and themes of power, money, and marriage, each episode delves into a different scenario. Follow the amoral characters as they navigate the complexities of life and face the unpredictable outcomes of their choices.

It's a year before Yumeko transferred to Hyakkaou Academy. Saotome Meari, a young girl who was born into a very ordinary family, passed her transfer examinations, and has started to attend Hyakkaou. However, the school she expected to attend has a crazy law, the Baptism of Gambling. Paired with Yumeko as her "twin," the curtain opens on Meari's gambling mania!

Battle Game in 5 Seconds follows a group of individuals who are forced to participate in a deadly game where they must use their special abilities to survive. With kidnapping, supernatural powers, and intense combat, they must navigate through a dangerous school filled with secret experiments and psychological challenges.

Ousama Game The Animation (2017) is a high-stakes supernatural thriller anime that revolves around a deadly game called the Ousama Game (King's Game) played by the students of a high school. The game is controlled by mysterious supernatural forces, and the participants are forced to follow the orders given by the 'King' or face severe consequences, including death. As the game progresses, the students uncover dark secrets and face unimaginable challenges, leading to tragedy and despair.

Molly Bloom is an Olympic-class skier who, after a career-ending injury, moves to Los Angeles and becomes the manager of an underground poker game. As her game gains popularity, Molly faces ethical dilemmas, the involvement of the Russian mafia, and an FBI investigation. Despite the challenges, she remains determined to protect her players and navigate the world of high-stakes gambling.

Akagi is a young gambler who is known for his incredible skills in playing mahjong. He becomes involved in high-stakes games and soon becomes a professional mahjong player. Set in post-war Japan, Akagi faces numerous challenges and opponents as he strives to prove himself as the ultimate mahjong player.

Riddle Story of Devil is an anime TV show that follows the story of the assassin Tokaku Azuma who enters a prestigious all-girls school, Myoujou Academy, as part of a mission to eliminate a target. However, she soon finds herself becoming entangled in a deadly game of survival and unexpected romance with another student Haru Ichinose.

Long-time friends Eddie, Bacon, Soap, and Tom pool money for a high-stakes card game against mobster Hatchet Harry. When Eddie loses and owes £500,000, the group must come up with the money within a week. They plan a heist on a gang of thieves, but things go awry when the stolen loot leads to a confrontation with a psychopathic gangster. As the friends try to navigate a web of violence and deception, they realize the value of the antique shotguns they possess. The film ends with a cliffhanger as one friend hangs over a bridge, preparing to drop the shotguns into the river Thames.

Tilt is a drama TV show that revolves around the high-stakes poker scene in Las Vegas, Nevada. It explores the intense rivalries, personal dramas, and the dark underbelly of the casino world.

A social game called The Magical Girl Raising Project allows one in tens of thousands of people to be a "magical girl" — possessing extraordinary physical capabilities and looks, as well as special magical powers that set them apart from the rest of the human race. But one day, in a district containing 16 magical girls, the administration announces that it must halve the number of magical girls to solve the problem of magical energy. At first, the 16 magical girls race to collect more "magical candy" than their competitors, but the rules quickly become twisted, and it quickly becomes a murderous battle for survival among them.

In a fantastical realm, a young disciple must navigate a treacherous power struggle between supernatural forces of evil. With high stakes and supernatural powers at play, he must uncover the truth and master his own abilities to save his realm from destruction.

Freakonomics is a thought-provoking documentary that dives into various social and economic experiments, revealing surprising insights into human nature. From high-stakes economics to infamous cheating scandals, this film examines the hidden forces that shape our decisions.