Are you ready for a rollercoaster ride of emotions, where love and luck collide in the most unexpected ways? This curated list of 10 romance gambling films will take you on a journey through the glitz and glamour of casinos, the tension of high-stakes games, and the passionate entanglements that often come with them. From classic tales to modern twists, these films blend the thrill of gambling with the timeless allure of romance, offering a unique cinematic experience for those who appreciate a good love story with a side of risk.

The Cincinnati Kid (1965)
Description: Steve McQueen plays a young poker player who challenges the best in the game, all while dealing with a romantic subplot that adds tension to his high-stakes game.
Fact: The film was originally set to star Paul Newman, but McQueen took the role after Newman backed out.


Rounders (1998)
Description: A young law student, played by Matt Damon, dives back into the world of underground poker to help his friend pay off a debt, leading to a romantic entanglement with his girlfriend.
Fact: The film features real-life poker players like Johnny Chan and Doyle Brunson.


Croupier (1998)
Description: Clive Owen stars as a struggling writer who takes a job as a croupier in a London casino, where he becomes involved in a heist and a romantic entanglement.
Fact: The film was shot in just 24 days.


The Cooler (2003)
Description: William H. Macy plays a "cooler" in a Las Vegas casino, whose job is to ruin the luck of winning gamblers. His life changes when he falls in love, and his luck begins to change.
Fact: The film was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for Alec Baldwin.


Casino Royale (2006)
Description: James Bond's first mission as 007 leads him to a high-stakes poker game where he must defeat Le Chiffre, a private banker to the world's terrorists. The film intertwines espionage with a romantic subplot.
Fact: This was the first Bond film to be officially released after Ian Fleming's death.


21 (2008)
Description: Based on the true story of the MIT Blackjack Team, this film follows a group of students who use their mathematical skills to win big in Las Vegas, all while navigating complex relationships and personal stakes.
Fact: The film was inspired by the book "Bringing Down the House" by Ben Mezrich.


The Card Counter (2021)
Description: Oscar Isaac plays a former military interrogator turned professional gambler, whose life takes a turn when he meets a young man with a vendetta, leading to a complex relationship.
Fact: The film was written and directed by Paul Schrader, known for his work on "Taxi Driver."


The Gambler (2014)
Description: Mark Wahlberg stars as a literature professor with a gambling addiction who gets entangled in a dangerous love affair. The film explores the highs and lows of gambling, love, and redemption.
Fact: The film is a remake of the 1974 film of the same name, which starred James Caan.


Molly's Game (2017)
Description: Jessica Chastain stars as Molly Bloom, a former Olympic skier who runs the world's most exclusive high-stakes poker game, where she also navigates complex personal relationships.
Fact: The film is based on the memoir by Molly Bloom, detailing her real-life experiences.


The Gambler Wore a Gun (1961)
Description: A gambler and gunslinger, played by Jim Davis, falls for a saloon singer while trying to win back his money and his life from a crooked card game.
Fact: This film is one of the lesser-known Westerns that combines gambling with romance.
