Manipulated by his estranged brother, the pair end up on a road trip to Las Vegas while hitting casino Blackjack tables along the way. Released in 1988 starring Tom Cruise and Dustin Hoffman, ‘Rain Man’ tells the story of a man with autism who has the unique ability to count cards. With masterful bluffs and nerves of steel, he takes down a terrorist financier in a high-stakes game with far more than just money on the line. Played by Daniel Craig, Bond shows off his talent at the poker table in this movie. James Bond was never afraid of a little risk, so adding a major gambling element to the 2006 Bond film, ‘Casino Royale’, was a perfect fit. Before you break out the popcorn and dim the lights, here’s our list of the top five gambling movies in history. Gambling movies are an easy way to learn about your favorite casino games and can also be a great way to get yourself in the mood for some real money betting at Bovada Casino. Whether you enjoy casino games such as Blackjack, Craps and Roulette or prefer taking a seat at the poker table, you can be sure there’s a movie for you. While every story is unique, they all have one thing in common: they all captivate audiences with the incredible rush of adrenaline that comes with making a big wager. There have been tons of great gambling movies made throughout history.
