Still from House of Games — House of Games (1987) — David MametPhotographed by Juan Ruiz Anchía

David Mamet

House of Games

Name: House of Games
Genre: Crime, Drama, Thriller
Released: 1987
Duration: 102 min

United States / English / 1987 / 1h 42m

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Crime Drama Thriller

Criterion Collection: Spine №399
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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.

Anthony Bourdain

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Joe Mantegna#10

Credits

Crew

DirectorDavid Mamet

WriterDavid Mamet

CinematographerJuan Ruiz Anchía

ComposerAlaric Jans

EditorTrudy Ship

ProducerMichael Hausman

Cast

Lindsay Crouseas Dr. Margaret Ford

Joe Mantegnaas Mike

Mike Nussbaumas Joey

Lilia Skalaas Dr. Maria Littauer

J. T. Walshas The Businessman

Steven Goldsteinas Billy Hahn

Jack Wallaceas Bartender

Ricky Jayas George

William H. Macyas Sgt. John Moran

Meshach Tayloras Mr. Dean

John Pritchettas Hotel Desk Clerk

Scott Zigleras Western Union Clerk

Jacqueline de La Chaumeas Woman with Lighter

Willo Hausmanas Girl with Book

G. Roy Levinas Poker Player

Johnny "Sugarbear" Willisas Hotel Doorman

Josh Conescuas Garage Attendant

Patricia Wolffas Patient

Paul Walshas Man in Restaurant

Roberta Maguireas Restaurant Hostess

Double Feature

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Homicide1991

Both directed by David Mamet, and both starring Joe Mantegna

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