The Gambler (1997)
The Gambler is a 1997 drama movie directed by Károly Makk, with a running time of 1h 37m. It stars Michael Gambon, Jodhi May and Polly Walker.
Under pressure from his publisher, Russian novelist Fyodor Dostoyevsky gets work on his latest piece, 'Rouletenberg'. In the 27 days it takes for him to complete the novel reality and fiction become blurred; in this feverish atmosphere of excess Dostoyevsky's characters come to life as he struggles to complete his work.
Quick answers
What is The Gambler about?
Under pressure from his publisher, Russian novelist Fyodor Dostoyevsky gets work on his latest piece, 'Rouletenberg'. In the 27 days it takes for him to complete the novel reality and fiction become blurred; in this feverish atmosphere of excess Dostoyevsky's characters come to life as he struggles to complete his work.
When was The Gambler released?
The Gambler was released on 30 October 1997.
How long is The Gambler?
The Gambler runs 1h 37m.
Who made The Gambler?
The Gambler was directed by Károly Makk.
Cast
- Michael Gambon as Fyodor Dostoyevsky
- Jodhi May as Anna Snitkina
- Polly Walker as Polina
- Dominic West as Alexei
- Luise Rainer as Grandmother
- William Houston as Pasha
- Johan Leysen as De Grieux
- John Wood as The General
- Angeline Ball as Mlle. Blanche
- Marjon Brandsma as Mme. de Cominges
- Mark Lacey as Ivan
- Gijs Scholten van Aschat as Maikov