Best Casino Movies Ever Made

There are a lot of gambling movies in the market today. There are too many movies to list. However, we are going to list the best that you can easily find today. As you look at this list, you’ll notice that there are too many that haven’t made it here. And of course, you’ll agree or disagree with some of the choices that we have here.

We all have to agree that it isn’t fun watching someone who is too cautious or prudent. We love people who are risk-takers. We enjoy seeing others living on the edge in the hope that one day, they will make a big score that will transform their lives. All the movies that we’ll discuss revolve around this theme. While most of these movies focus on land-based casinos, there are a lot of online casinos that have been developed over the years for your convenience. The principles of land-based casino gambling also apply to online gambling.

1.    Vegas Vacation

This is not a very popular movie. However, it’s one of the dumbest and funniest casino movies of all time. The movie is about the main character, Clark Griswold who develops a gambling addiction and becomes tormented by the card dealer called Marty.

Clark is so terrible at gambling that he gambles more than 20 bucks to play a simple and interesting game called, “Pick a Number” He guesses the wrong number and the dealer takes all of the money. Clarks walks away angry and frustrated. This sums up the movie in an interesting way.

2.    Lucky You

Lucky You is an amazing movie that was made during the World Series of Poker season. The late Hanson stopped the terrific L.A. Wonder Boys/Confidential/In Her Shoes with an interesting story of a superstar poker player dad called Robert. We have seen this story a million times especially in sports movies. This movie has a more interesting ending since both Duvall and Bana discover the truth in the end.

3.    21

Based on a true story of the MIT Team known as Blackjack that took all the winnings for nearly ten years, 21 turns a business story and interesting math into some form of a boring heist movie that features several young, good-looking actors trying to pull a good one over Spacey.

Spacey is completely defeated here. Movie experts criticized 21 for whitewashing its cast and turning most Asian-American players into generic people of the white race. Before Spacey was kidnapped and beaten up, it was interesting for the movie to focus on playing casino games and smart gambling for a moment.

4.    Maverick

There was a certain time when Mel Gibson was considered the king of Hollywood. The man was not only lively but also managed to lead a budget studio movie that focused on his charm as a poker player and con man. Experts who created a list of online casinos have reported that Maverick was too long and stuffed way too much. The film also features Jodie Foster who plays the damsel-in-distress.

5.    The Cooler

This movie is about a loser whose goal is to ruin any players’ chances of winning by playing at the same table. The Cooler starts on a sad note by following a recovering gambling addict who is in massive debt to a tough casino boss called Alec Baldwin. He works hard to pay his debt and ends up falling in love with a woman who changes his luck. The focus shifts from realism to romance. The movie gradually progresses and concludes entertainingly.

6.    The Hustler

When you start thinking about the parameters of a gambling movie, we must admit that the Hustler is one of the best gambling movies in the market today. In fact, the best that you’ll find on this list. It was released back in the ’60s and features some of the best actors in Hollywood including Tom Cruise. The star is focused on integrity and loyalty.  You’ll have to watch this movie to understand the life of a hustler and gambler.

Conclusion

There are a lot of gambling movies that have been released over the years. We haven’t mentioned all of them. However, we’ve mentioned the best that you can easily find in the market today. As an avid gambler, you should find time to watch these movies as you’ll learn a lot of priceless lessons that will help you avoid making expensive mistakes in the long run.

Rapid technological advancements have led to the rise of online gambling sites that can be easily accessed in the comfort of your home. If you are a gambling addict, now is the best time to seek help. There are a lot of online forums and professionals willing to help you strike the right balance. You can avoid this serious problem by creating a budget and setting financial and time limits before playing your favorite casino games. Remember, casinos are here to make money from you.

Author Bio:

Vendy Adams is an exceptional editor and writer. She loves gaming and exercising. She enjoys playing with her toddlers and swimming during her free time.