House of Games
Human nature is a sucker bet.
1987 · 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.
Directed by David Mamet · Written by David Mamet
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Joe Mantegna Mike -
Mike Nussbaum Joey -
Lilia Skala Dr. Maria Littauer -
J.T. Walsh The Businessman -
Steven Goldstein Billy Hahn -
Jack Wallace Bartender -
Ricky Jay George -
William H. Macy Sgt. John Moran -
Meshach Taylor Mr. Dean -
John Pritchett Hotel Desk Clerk - S Scott Zigler Western Union Clerk
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