Poker game is one of the most exciting games ever existed. It is especially enjoyable to watch about the drama that is happening around the game. While watching the movie about poker game, it is especially nice to feel what the professional players are feeling. The feeling of what would do only one card.
Many Hollywood directors felt the need to make sure that those who are enjoying the process have a chance to watch about the professionals as well. We dedicated a special list for you to choose from.
Maverick – Pick Number 5
- Year Made: 1994
- Lead Actor: Mel Gibson, Jodie Foster, James Garner, Graham Greene
- Director: Richard Donner
- Box office: $183 million
- IMDB Rating: 7/10
This film has been nominated for three Oscars. Maverick is the winner of the category Top Box Office Films. The film is a characterization of James Garner from the ‘50s TV program.
This film is a great one even if you are not a poker fan. The film has also been included as a comedy-action with gambling elements.
The Cincinnati Kid – Pick Number 4
- Year Made: 1965
- Lead Actor: Steve McQueen, Ann-Margret, Edward G. Robinson, Karl Malden
- Director: Norman Jewison
- Box office: $7 million
- IMDB Rating: 7.2/10
This one is a really good one, about tense poker game between a young star. This one is a cat and mouse, Edward Robinson and Steve McQueen each bring their top game to the table to get the advantages they can get their hands on.
The film is based on the realistic novel by Richard Jessep. The movie is shedding a great light on the gambling community. Because of the dedicated beautiful direction, The Cincinnati Kid is one of the best poker movies ever made.
Rounders – Pick Number 3
- Year Made: 1998
- Lead Actor: Matt Damon, Edward Norton, Gretchen Mol, John Malkovich
- Director: John Dahl
- Box office: $22.9 million
- IMDB Rating: 7.3/10
If you are into a gambling community, then Rounders is a great pick for you. This one, Rounders, was the first poker film to reference Texas Hold ‘em game variation. That is about the globe by storm while featuring Matt Damon, Edward Norton, John Malkovich and Gretchen Mol.
The directors and the writers of Rounders did not pay much attention on the types of poker and stake sizes when it came to the poker sequences, which is a standard error in poker movies. Those notes don’t take away from the quality of the film.
Molly’s Game – Pick Number 2
- Year Made: 2017
- Lead Actor: Jessica Chastain, Idris Elba, Kevin Costner
- Director: Aaron Sorkin
- Box office: $59,284,015
- IMDB Rating: 7.4/10
Molly’s Game is one of the latest poker movies on a real-life poker player. The movie represents very nicely the gambling community. There is too much glamour and money in the air in the movie. If you are a poker enthusiast, Molly’s Game is a must-watch for you.
Casino Royale – Pick Number 1
- Year Made: 2006
- Lead Actor: Daniel Craig, Eva Green, Judi Dench, Jeffrey Wright
- Director: Martin Campbell
- Box office: $616,502,912
- IMDB Rating: 8/10
To be fair, this one is not categorized as a poker movie. Daniel Craig plays agent 007 in this instalment if the legendary James Bond franchise.
This film contains a lot of action and some gorgeous actors and you will definitely be entertained for 2 and a half hours. This pick is an excellent one for you if you are into gambling, Bond and action.
