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House of Games

1987-10-11 · 102 min · ★ 6.8

Crime · Thriller · Drama

A psychiatrist comes to the aid of a compulsive gambler and is led by a smooth-talking grifter into the shadowy but compelling world of stings, scams, and con men.

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Directors
David Mamet
Production companies
Filmhaus, Orion Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Revenue
USD 2,585,639

Top Cast

Lindsay CrouseLindsay CrouseDr. Margaret Ford
Joe MantegnaJoe MantegnaMike
Mike NussbaumMike NussbaumJoey
Lilia SkalaLilia SkalaDr. Maria Littauer
J.T. WalshJ.T. WalshThe Businessman
Steven GoldsteinSteven GoldsteinBilly Hahn
Jack WallaceJack WallaceBartender
Ricky JayRicky JayGeorge
William H. MacyWilliam H. MacySgt. John Moran
Meshach TaylorMeshach TaylorMr. Dean
John PritchettJohn PritchettHotel Desk Clerk
Scott ZiglerWestern Union Clerk
Jacqueline de La ChaumeWoman with Lighter
Willo HausmanGirl with Book
G. Roy LevinPoker Player
Johnny "Sugarbear" WillisHotel Doorman
Josh ConescuGarage Attendant
Patricia WolffPatient
Paul WalshMan in Restaurant
Roberta MaguireRestaurant Hostess

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