Deal (2008)
As an ex-gambler teaches a hot-shot college kid some things about playing cards, he finds himself pulled into the world series of poker, where his protégé is his toughest competition.
Director: Gil Cates Jr.
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 85 min
Release Date: January 29, 2008
Cast
- Burt Reynolds - Tommy Vinson
- Bret Harrison - Alex Stillman
- Shannon Elizabeth - Michelle
- Maria Mason - Helen Vinson
- Gary Grubbs - Mr. Stillman
- Caroline McKinley - Mrs. Stillman
- Charles Durning - Charlie Adler
- Brandon Ray Olive - Ben Thomas
- Jennifer Tilly - Karen "Razor" Jones
- Jon Eyez - Mike 'Double Diamond' Jackson
Screenplay
- Marc Weinstock (Screenplay)
- Gil Cates Jr. (Screenplay)
Music: Peter Rafelson
Cinematography: Thomas M. Harting
Editing: Jonathan Cates, Eric Strand
Production: Andertainment Group, Crescent City Pictures, Tag Entertainment, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Seven Arts Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $5M
Original Language: en
Themes
Mentor-Student and Guidance Bonds, Friendships Born from Rivalry, Grumpy Mentor and Funny Lessons, Cheerleading Competition and Team Spirit, Underdog Triumphs
Keywords
poker, restart, call girl, competition, mentor, confidence, loser, gain, turnier, money, illegal prostitution
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Deal about?
- As an ex-gambler teaches a hot-shot college kid some things about playing cards, he finds himself pulled into the world series of poker, where his protégé is his toughest competition.
- Who directed Deal?
- Deal was directed by Gil Cates Jr..
- Who stars in Deal?
- Deal stars Burt Reynolds, Bret Harrison, Shannon Elizabeth, Maria Mason, Gary Grubbs, Caroline McKinley.
- How long is Deal?
- Deal has a runtime of 1h 25m (85 minutes).
- What genre is Deal?
- Deal is a Comedy, Drama film.
- What is the budget of Deal?
- Deal had a budget of $5M.
- Where was Deal produced?
- Deal was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Deal?
- The themes of Deal include: Mentor-Student and Guidance Bonds, Friendships Born from Rivalry, Grumpy Mentor and Funny Lessons, Cheerleading Competition and Team Spirit, Underdog Triumphs.