The Card Player 2004
“A serial killer with a vice for Video Poker”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 103 minutes
- Director
- Dario Argento
- Networks
- Opera Film (II), Medusa Film
- Where to Stream
- Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel
What is The Card Player?
Topic: Film "The Card Player" (2004). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2004
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 103 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 2, 2004
- Original language
- IT
- Origin
- Italy
- Studios
- Opera Film (II), Medusa Film
- Budget
- $2,600,000
- Revenue
- $3,368,452
- Genres
- Crime, Horror, Mystery, Thriller
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 4.4/10 from 241 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~103 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Opera Film (II), Medusa Film
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Topic: Film "The Card Player" (2004).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Constraints:
Write ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No invention/guessing (titles, names, dates, counts, awards, ratings, etc.).
Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose.
Plain text ONLY (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points).
Word count: 150-190 words.
First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Must use provided sources [1] through [6].
Title: The Card Player (Italian: Il cartaio).
Year: 2004 (Source 1, 2, 3, 4, 5). Source 6 says 2003, but the prompt asks for "The Card Player (2004)". I will stick to the 2004 context provided in the prompt and most sources.
Director: Dario Argento (Source 2, 6).
Genre: Crime, Horror, Mystery, Thriller (Source 1); Giallo (Source 2).
Cast: Stefania Rocca, Liam Cunningham (Source 2, 6), Silvio Muccino, Adalberto Maria Merli (Source 6).
Runtime: 1h 43m (Source 1).
Plot:
Policewoman Anna Mari is forced to play a dangerous game with a serial killer (Source 1, 3).
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“A gripping exploration of crime and horror that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Card Player worth watching?
The Card Player holds a community rating of 4.4/10 based on 241 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime, Horror for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Card Player and when was it released?
The Card Player is a feature film with a runtime of 103 minutes. It was released in 2004. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Card Player?
The Card Player was directed by Dario Argento.
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