The TOP 5 Casino Movies of All Time

Casinos and movies have long been a glamorous and exciting mix. The world of casinos is mystical and attractive and the film industry has understood this for a long time. Chic outfits and thrills combine there and let us dive into a completely different world . The casino world seems to exist far away from everything and far away from what we can comprehend. If you have never been to a casino, you probably only know the mysterious locations from movies. The stories often look behind the scenes, reveal tricks and intrigues, reveal secrets and establish the connection to the legendary casino world.

The blockbusters are well received by the audience and attract many people to the screen with their exciting stories every time. Happiness is challenged, an inconspicuous person suddenly turns into a genius, or the impossible becomes a reality. The race against time begins and you are in the middle of it.

The most popular Casino Movies

Smart Money was one of the first casino films released in 1931. Since then, the list of films about the casino and gambling world has been getting longer and longer. Some of these films have already been reissued or are still legendary. What you are interested in and what captivates each of us is subjective. There are a variety of exciting stories and breathtaking gambling moments in casino movie history.

There are many other stories around the casino that deal with individual areas of the casino scene or just use the location. However, this article is mainly about all the films that deal with the topic of casino in detail and not only use it as a setting, but dive deep into the mystery.

Popular Casino Movies:

• Runner Runner (2013)
• Casino Royale (2006)
• The Fast Money (2005)
• Jack, Queen, King, Grass (1998)
• The Cooler (2003)
• The Color of Money (1986)
• Croupier (1998)
• Owning Mahony (2003)
• The Card Counter (2021)

TOP 5 Casino Movies

We have compiled a list of the top 5 most frequently mentioned casino movies for you. Some of them have long been considered masterpieces, others have fought for their place in recent years.

1ST ROUNDERS (1998)

If you ask people over 30 why they started playing poker many years ago, most of them answer with a casino movie: Rounders. For many poker players, this film is the epitome of gambling fascination.

A young, talented poker player ends his poker career after losing his bankroll and due to some other circumstances. Instead, he devotes himself to his law studies and his relationship. When his friend, a gambler, is in need of money, he returns to the business. In doing so, he once again embarks on the illegal world of gambling, putting his life at risk in the process.

Star Cast: Matt Damon

Length 121 min. / FSK 12

2. OCEAN'S ELEVEN (2001)

Ocean's Eleven was released in 2001 as a new edition of the film "Frankie und seine Spießgesellen" (1960). This film takes place in three of the most magnificent casinos in Las Vegas - the Mirage, the Bellagio and the MGM Grand. The focus of this film is not gambling itself. Danny Ocean and his crew are trying to rob the heavily guarded vaults of these casinos. With wit, excitement and many aha moments, Ocean's Eleven not only attracts casino fans in front of the screen.

Star Cast: George Clooney, Brad Pitt

Length 112 min. / FSK 12

3. 21 (2008)