Hráč (1972): Besetzung, Handlung & Streaming
1972 · Film
Released in 1972, Hráč is a drama film directed by Aleksey Batalov, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. This lavish Soviet/Czech co-production is based on Fyodor Dostoyevsky's famous novel, The Gambler, which tells the story of a Russian living in Germany, in a gambling resort. This film is set at the turn of the century, and was filmed in Karlovy Vary (Carlsbad), Czechoslovakia. Played by Nikolai Burlyayev, the gambler succumbs completely to his addiction, using up every resource he has (human, spiritual and financial) in his wagering, finally becoming a rootless drifter.
Who’s in it. Hráč stars Tatyana Ivanova, Nikolay Burlyaev, Lyubov Dobrzhanskaya and Jitka Zelenohorská, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Hráč page.
If you liked it. Fans of Hráč tend to enjoy Die Verurteilten, Der Pate, Schindlers Liste and Der Pate - Teil II.
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- Where can I watch Hráč (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Hráč change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Hráč?
- Hráč stars Tatyana Ivanova, Nikolay Burlyaev, Lyubov Dobrzhanskaya, Jitka Zelenohorská and Vasiliy Livanov.
- When was Hráč released?
- Hráč was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.