The Black Gambler (1965): cast, story & where to watch
1965 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1965, The Black Gambler is a crime film directed by Kō Nakahira, running about 86 minutes.
What it’s about. Place your bets! Koji Himuro (Akira Kobayashi) is a makeout artist with unparalleled gambling skills. Shortly after his return to Tokyo, he is invited to attend a reception being held at the Suvenian Embassy of Tokyo. This “reception” was an undercover gambling operation that was run by an international gambling syndicate. Up against a cardsharp by the name of Inumaru and his mistress Reiko, Koji plays a flawless game of Seven Bridge. Outraged by his loss, Inumaru orders Reiko to stalk Koji like a shadow.
Who’s in it. The Black Gambler stars Akira Kobayashi, Manami Fuji, Asao Koike and Michino Yokoyama, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Black Gambler has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Black Gambler page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Black Gambler tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Black Gambler (1965)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Black Gambler change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Black Gambler worth watching?
- The Black Gambler holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Black Gambler?
- The Black Gambler stars Akira Kobayashi, Manami Fuji, Asao Koike, Michino Yokoyama and Masaya Takahashi.
- When was The Black Gambler released?
- The Black Gambler was released in 1965, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.