The Gambler (1958)
In 1866, a young Muscovite named Alexei Ivanovitch arrives in Baden Baden, then the gambling capital of Austria, and is soon engaged by General Zagorianski to look after his children. Alexei discovers that his employer is a compulsive gambler who has been almost ruined by his addiction. The only money the General has is provided by the Marquis de Grieux, an adventurer who intends to marry Zagorianski’s sister, Pauline. In doing so, de Grieux hopes to profit from the vast inheritance that will come the General’s way from his Aunt Antonina, who is presently very ill. Alexei is appalled by this society which lives only for money. He loves Pauline and wants to take her to a healthier place, but when she refuses to marry him, he begins to gamble at the casino…
Cast
- Gérard Philipe - Alexei Ivanovitch
- Liselotte Pulver - Pauline Zagorianski
- Françoise Rosay - Aunt Antonia
- Jean Danet - Marquis des Grieux
- Jean-Max - Director of the bank
- Nadine Alari - Blanche de Cominges
- Sacha Pitoëff - Afpley
- Suzanne Dantès - Mrs. de Cominges
- Paul Esser
- Julien Carette - Bagdovitch
Screenplay
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Gambler about?
- In 1866, a young Muscovite named Alexei Ivanovitch arrives in Baden Baden, then the gambling capital of Austria, and is soon engaged by General Zagorianski to look after his children. Alexei discovers that his employer is a compulsive gambler who has been almost ruined by his addiction. The only money the General has is provided by the Marquis de Grieux, an adventurer who intends to marry Zagorianski’s sister, Pauline. In doing so, de Grieux hopes to profit from the vast inheritance that will come the General’s way from his Aunt Antonina, who is presently very ill. Alexei is appalled by this society which lives only for money. He loves Pauline and wants to take her to a healthier place, but when she refuses to marry him, he begins to gamble at the casino…
- Who directed The Gambler?
- The Gambler was directed by Claude Autant-Lara.
- Who stars in The Gambler?
- The Gambler stars Gérard Philipe, Liselotte Pulver, Françoise Rosay, Jean Danet, Jean-Max, Nadine Alari.
- How long is The Gambler?
- The Gambler has a runtime of 1h 37m (97 minutes).
- What genre is The Gambler?
- The Gambler is a Drama film.
- Where was The Gambler produced?
- The Gambler was produced in France.