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Games Gamblers Play 1974

Status
Released
Runtime
107 minutes
Director
Michael Hui Koon-Man
Network
Orange Sky Golden Harvest
★ TMDB users: 6.7/10 Comedy Released
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What is Games Gamblers Play?

Games Gamblers Play is a 1974 Hong Kong comedy film released on October 16, 1974. The film was directed by and stars Michael Hui, with action direction by Sammo Hung.

Type
Film
Year
1974
Status
Released
Runtime
107 minutes
Release date
Oct 16, 1974
Studios
Orange Sky Golden Harvest
Genres
Comedy
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.7/10
Episode runtime
~107 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Orange Sky Golden Harvest

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Games Gamblers Play is a 1974 Hong Kong comedy film released on October 16, 1974. The film was directed by and stars Michael Hui, with action direction by Sammo Hung. Michael Hui stars as Wen, a convict who is always out to make a quick dollar through gambling. Being behind bars does not stop him from making something off of his gambling skills. Samuel Hui co-stars as Chieh, a novice gambler who gets into trouble one day when he tries to steal casino chips from a crooked card dealer named Dean Shek. Whilst in jail, Chieh meets Wen and the latter agrees to become his mentor. The film also features Sam Hui serving as one of the film's music composers, and co-stars Ricky Hui Koon-Ying in the cast. The central question of the story asks whether Wen and Chieh can make a fortune from their combined skills or if the duo will wind up back in prison.

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“A gripping exploration of comedy that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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Games Gamblers Play holds a community rating of 6.7/10. It offers engaging Comedy for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie Games Gamblers Play and when was it released?

Games Gamblers Play is a feature film with a runtime of 107 minutes. It was released in 1974. Release status: Released.

Who directed Games Gamblers Play?

Games Gamblers Play was directed by Michael Hui Koon-Man.

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