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Hard Eight

If you stay in the game long enough, you'll see everything, win everything, and lose everything.

1997 · R · 1h 42m

Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson

6.8

TMDB audience score
1,039 votes, out of 10

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Synopsis

A stranger mentors a young Reno gambler who weds a hooker and befriends a vulgar casino regular.

Where to watch

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  • Paramount Plus Premium
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  • Kanopy

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  • YouTube Free

Rent

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  • Apple TV Store
  • JustWatch TV Store
  • Google Play Movies
  • YouTube
  • Fandango At Home

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Cast

  • Philip Baker Hall
    Sydney

  • John C. Reilly
    John

  • Gwyneth Paltrow
    Clementine

  • Samuel L. Jackson
    Jimmy

  • F. William Parker
    Hostage

  • Philip Seymour Hoffman
    Young Craps Player

  • Nathanael Cooper
    Restroom Attendant

  • Wynn White
    Waitress

  • Robert Ridgely
    Keno Bar Manager

  • Kathleen Campbell
    Keno Girl

  • Michael J. Rowe
    Pit Boss

  • Peter D'Allesandro
    Bartender

  • Steve Blane
    Stickman

  • Xaleese
    Cocktail Waitress

  • Melora Walters
    Jimmy's Girl

  • Jean Langer
    Cashier

  • Andy Breen
    Groom

  • Renee Breen
    Bride