---
title: "Molly's Game"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/molly-s-game-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 396371
imdb_id: "tt4209788"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 141
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 4051
content_rating: "R"
---

# Molly's Game (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/molly-s-game-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Molly's Game is a film that tells the story of a young woman who achieves success as an entrepreneur. The main character, Molly Bloom, has a background in skiing and was once a hopeful for the Olympics. However, her life takes a different turn when she becomes involved in establishing a high-stakes poker game. This poker game is international in scope, attracting players from around the world. As a result of her involvement in this game, Molly Bloom becomes a target of an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The film follows her journey as she navigates the complexities of her new business venture and the attention it brings from law enforcement. The story of Molly Bloom is one of determination and entrepreneurial spirit, as well as the challenges that come with achieving success in a high-stakes industry. Molly's Game explores the consequences of her actions and the impact on her life.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An Olympic-class skier runs a high-stakes poker empire before facing an FBI investigation."

### Why Watch
- follows the true story of Molly Bloom
- features a high-stakes international poker game
- explores the journey of a former Olympic hopeful

### Caveats & Content Note
- the protagonist eventually becomes an FBI target
- involves intense situations
- Tone & Suitability: The film carries an R rating and involves drama and crime themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: dramatic, crime, intense

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Paramount+ Amazon Channel, YouTube TV, Paramount+ Roku Premium Channel | Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Netflix, Now TV Cinema, Sundance Now Amazon Channel, Netflix Standard with Ads, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Crave, Hollywood Suite, Hollywood Suite Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Crave Amazon Channel, Lionsgate+ Amazon Channels | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | JustWatch TV, Amazon Video, Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Aaron Sorkin
- **Networks / Studios**: The Mark Gordon Company, Pascal Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Jessica Chastain** as *Molly Bloom*
- **Idris Elba** as *Charlie Jaffey*
- **Kevin Costner** as *Larry Bloom*
- **Michael Cera** as *Player X*
- **Jeremy Strong** as *Dean Keith*
- **Chris O'Dowd** as *Douglas Downey*
- **J.C. MacKenzie** as *Harrison Wellstone*
- **Brian d'Arcy James** as *Bad Brad*
- **Bill Camp** as *Harlan Eustice*
- **Graham Greene** as *Judge Foxman*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was Molly's Game released?
The film was released in the United States on 12/25/2017.

### Q: What is the runtime of Molly's Game?
The film has a runtime of 2 hours and 21 minutes.

### Q: What genres does the film fall under?
The film is classified under drama and crime.

### Q: What is the main character's background?
Molly Bloom is a young skier and former Olympic hopeful.

### Q: What leads to the FBI investigation?
She becomes a target of an FBI investigation when she establishes a high-stakes, international poker game.

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