House of Games
“Human nature is a sucker bet.”
Synopsis
A psychiatrist comes to the aid of a compulsive gambler and is led by a smooth-talking grifter into the shadowy but compelling world of stings, scams, and con men.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
House of Games (1987) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2019-06-08
Top Cast
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Lindsay Crouse
Dr. Margaret Ford
Joe Mantegna
Mike
Mike Nussbaum
Joey
Lilia Skala
Dr. Maria Littauer
J.T. Walsh
The Businessman
Steven Goldstein
Billy Hahn
Jack Wallace
Bartender
Ricky Jay
George
William H. Macy
Sgt. John Moran
Meshach Taylor
Mr. Dean
John Pritchett
Hotel Desk Clerk
Scott Zigler
Western Union Clerk
Jacqueline de La Chaume
Woman with Lighter
Willo Hausman
Girl with Book
G. Roy Levin
Poker Player
Johnny "Sugarbear" Willis
Hotel Doorman
Josh Conescu
Garage Attendant
Patricia Wolff
Patient
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 11, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 1994
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$2.6M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Mamet
- Screenplay & Story
- David Mamet
- Original Score
- Alaric Jans
- Original Title
- House of Games
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Worldwide Gross
- $2.6M
- Production Studios
- Filmhaus, Orion Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Mamet
David Mamet, Jonathan Katz
Alaric Jans
Juan Ruiz Anchía
Trudy Ship
Michael Hausman
Department Leadership Roster
David Mamet
Screenplay
David Mamet
Director
Juan Ruiz Anchía
Director of Photography
Nan Cibula
Costume Design
Michael Hausman
Producer
Michael Merritt
Production Design
Trudy Ship
Editor
Alaric Jans
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About House of Games
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is House of Games about?
A psychiatrist comes to the aid of a compulsive gambler and is led by a smooth-talking grifter into the shadowy but compelling world of stings, scams, and con men.
Who directed House of Games?
House of Games was directed by David Mamet.
Who stars in House of Games?
The principal cast of House of Games includes Lindsay Crouse, Joe Mantegna, Mike Nussbaum, Lilia Skala, J.T. Walsh.
When was House of Games released and how long is it?
House of Games was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 42m.
How much did House of Games make at the box office?
House of Games grossed $2.6M in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for House of Games?
The original motion picture soundtrack for House of Games was composed by Alaric Jans.
What is the age rating and content advisory for House of Games?
House of Games holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: TP; GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).