The Drifting Gambler 1970
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Director
- Kōsaku Yamashita
- Where to Stream
- Toei On Demand Amazon Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store
What is The Drifting Gambler?
Topic: Film "The Drifting Gambler" (1970). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1970
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 18, 1970
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- Japan
- Genres
- Crime
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 9.0/10 from 1 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~100 minutes
- Status
- Released
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Synopsis: 8th part of the Gamblers / Bakuchi-uchi series.
Source [1]: Title: The Drifting Gambler (1970). Release date (JP): 04/18/1970. Genre: Crime. Runtime: 1h 40m. Director: Kōsaku Yamashita. Screenplay: Motohiro Torii. Writer: Seiko Shimura.
Source [2]: Cast: Koji Tsuruta, Eijiro Funaki, Tomisaburō Wakayama, Yoshii Yusaku, Michitarō Mizushima, Ichizo Yamagata.
Source [3]: Mentions full cast/crew on Plex.
Source [4]: Director: Kōsaku Yamashita. Series info: 8th part of the Gamblers / Bakuchi-uchi series.
Title: The Drifting Gambler
Year: 1970
Release Date: April 18
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“A gripping exploration of crime 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 Drifting Gambler worth watching?
The Drifting Gambler holds a community rating of 9.0/10 based on 1 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Crime for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Drifting Gambler and when was it released?
The Drifting Gambler is a feature film with a runtime of 100 minutes. It was released in 1970. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Drifting Gambler?
The Drifting Gambler was directed by Kōsaku Yamashita.
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