Playing Cards (1896): cast, story & where to watch
1896 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1896, Playing Cards is a notable film directed by Georges Méliès.
What it’s about. Three friends are playing cards in a beer garden. One of them orders drinks. The waitress comes back with a bottle of wine and three glasses on a tray. The man serves his friends. They clink glasses and drink. Then the man asks for a newspaper. He reads a funny story in it and the three friends burst out laughing while the waitress merely smiles.
Who’s in it. Playing Cards stars Gaston Méliès as Un joueur de cartes and Georges Méliès as Un joueur de cartes.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Playing Cards has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Playing Cards page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Playing Cards (1896)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Playing Cards change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Playing Cards worth watching?
- Playing Cards holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Playing Cards?
- Playing Cards stars Gaston Méliès and Georges Méliès.
- When was Playing Cards released?
- Playing Cards was released in 1896.