Mark Wahlberg and Jessica Lange star in The Gambler.
Mark Wahlberg stars as English professor Jim Bennett, who also just so happens to be a high-stakes gambler. He bets it all when he borrows a large amount of money from a gangster (Michael Kenneth Williams), offering his own life as collateral. Bennett is always one step ahead, pitting his creditor against the operator of a gambling ring (Alvin Ing), leaving his dysfunctional relationship with his wealthy mother (Jessica Lange) in his wake. While playing both sides, he garners the attention of Frank, a loan shark with a paternal interest in Bennett’s future. As his relationship with a student (Brie Larson) deepens, Bennett must take the ultimate risk for a second chance…
The Gambler hits UK cinemas May 1, 2015.
Watch the trailer here!