Big Time Gambling Boss (1968): cast, story & where to watch

1968 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 1968, Big Time Gambling Boss is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Kōsaku Yamashita, running about 95 minutes.

What it’s about. Tokyo, 1934. The boss of the clan that controls gambling agonizes and some of his followers propose to Nakai to take his place, but he refuses the offer.

Who’s in it. Big Time Gambling Boss stars Koji Tsuruta as Shinjiro Nakai, Sumiko Fuji as Hiroe, Hiroko Sakuramachi as Tsuyako and Hiroshi Nawa as Kohei Ishido, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, Big Time Gambling Boss has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on YouTube TV, Night Flight Plus, Fandor Amazon Channel and Eternal Family and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Big Time Gambling Boss page.

If you liked it. Fans of Big Time Gambling Boss tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Big Time Gambling Boss (1968)?
In US, Big Time Gambling Boss is available to stream on YouTube TV, Night Flight Plus and Fandor Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Big Time Gambling Boss worth watching?
Big Time Gambling Boss holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Big Time Gambling Boss?
Big Time Gambling Boss stars Koji Tsuruta, Sumiko Fuji, Hiroko Sakuramachi, Hiroshi Nawa and Harumi Sone.
When was Big Time Gambling Boss released?
Big Time Gambling Boss was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.