The Gambler (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1958, The Gambler is a drama film directed by Claude Autant-Lara, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1866, a young Muscovite named Alexei Ivanovitch arrives in Baden Baden, then the gambling capital of Austria, and is soon engaged by General Zagorianski to look after his children. Alexei discovers that his employer is a compulsive gambler who has been almost ruined by his addiction. The only money the General has is provided by the Marquis de Grieux, an adventurer who intends to marry Zagorianski’s sister, Pauline. In doing so, de Grieux hopes to profit from the vast inheritance that will come the General’s way from his Aunt Antonina, who is presently very ill. Alexei is appalled by this society which lives only for money. He loves Pauline and wants to take her to a healthier place, but when she refuses to marry him, he begins to gamble at the casino…
Who’s in it. The Gambler stars Gérard Philipe as Alexei Ivanovitch, Liselotte Pulver as Pauline Zagorianski, Françoise Rosay as La tante Antonia and Jean Danet as Marquis des Grieux, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, The Gambler has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Gambler page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Gambler tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Gambler (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Gambler change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Gambler worth watching?
- The Gambler holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Gambler?
- The Gambler stars Gérard Philipe, Liselotte Pulver, Françoise Rosay, Jean Danet and Jean-Max.
- When was The Gambler released?
- The Gambler was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.