Top movies that involve gambling

20 December 2011
Top movies that involve gambling

Those who love to gamble, play online roulette or poker, may also like to watch their favorite casino games on the big screen. Several movies have combined gambling and intense, entertaining plots. However, the list is long, so here are some of the best.

“Casino.” This 1995 hit was directed by Martin Scorsese and featured some of the best actors of the time including Robert De Niro, Joe Pesci and Sharon Stone. The film was about the fast track life of two mobsters in a casino – including everything from money and power to deception and greed.

“Rounders.” John Dahl’s film starred Matt Damon, Edward Norton and Paul Cicero, and follows one man who tries to learn how to play in the big leagues of poker in order to pay off his friend’s debts.

“Two for the Money.” This 2005 film starring Matthew McConaughey, Al Pacino and Rene Russo, follows the life of a former college football star who teams up with one of the best in the sports betting industry.

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