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The Great Gambini (1937): cast, story & where to watch

1937 · Film · ★ 6

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Released in 1937, The Great Gambini is a mystery film directed by Charles Vidor, running about 70 minutes. “Sensational! Dramatic! Thrilling!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A millionaire is found murdered in his apartment. Suspicion falls on a variety of suspects, including his fiancée and her parents, the butler, and a professional mentalist known as The Great Gambini.

Who’s in it. The Great Gambini stars Akim Tamiroff as The Great Gambini, Marian Marsh as Ann Randall, John Trent as Grant Naylor and Genevieve Tobin as Nancy Randall, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Great Gambini 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 Great Gambini page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Great Gambini tend to enjoy Se7en, Psycho, Rear Window and Oldboy.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Great Gambini (1937)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Gambini change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Great Gambini worth watching?
The Great Gambini holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in The Great Gambini?
The Great Gambini stars Akim Tamiroff, Marian Marsh, John Trent, Genevieve Tobin and Reginald Denny.
When was The Great Gambini released?
The Great Gambini was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.