Casino

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Casino

R

1995

2h 58m

Crime

Drama

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In early-1970s Las Vegas, low-level mobster Sam "Ace" Rothstein (Robert De Niro) gets tapped by his bosses to head the Tangiers Casino. At first, he's a great success in the job, but over the years, problems with his loose-cannon enforcer Nicky Santoro (Joe Pesci), his ex-hustler wife Ginger (Sharon Stone), her con-artist ex Lester Diamond (James Woods) and a handful of corrupt politicians put Sam in ever-increasing danger. Martin Scorsese directs this adaptation of Nicholas Pileggi's book.

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Critics Consensus

Impressive ambition and bravura performances from an outstanding cast help Casino pay off in spite of a familiar narrative that may strike some viewers as a safe bet for director Martin Scorsese.

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Kevin Maher

The Times (UK)

Mar 25, 2025

5/5

The film, nonetheless, remains extraordinary...

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Adam Nayman

The Ringer

Nov 21, 2020

Without stinting on the viciousness, Scorsese still conveys an element of nostalgia in Casino, although it's less because the movie is convinced by Ace and Nicky's vision of the good old days than it is skepticism over what will eventually replace them.

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Owen Gleiberman

Entertainment Weekly

Jan 25, 2010

B-

[Stone] seems to be trying to enter a more passionate movie, where a neurotic gold digger could at least have a good time. By the end of Casino, for all its craftsmanly bravura, you may want to join her.

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David Nusair

Reel Film Reviews

Nov 14, 2025

3.5/4

...an overlong yet mostly engrossing drama that gets off to a blisteringly-paced start...

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William Stottor

Loud and Clear Reviews

Jul 11, 2024

4.5/5

Highly regarded but sometimes momentarily forgotten, Casino is still one of Martin Scorsese’s crowning achievements.

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

Jan 9, 2024

2.5/4

The first half, which details the inner workings of the gambling industry, is compelling, but the human drama that takes over is noticeably lacking.

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Dominique E

@encisonico 2 days ago

One of the greatest mob movies of all time.

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Nik J

@RT28997443 4 days ago

Out of every single gangster movie ever made, Casino is my absolute favorite. Hands down. Martin Scorsese created a total masterpiece here, and honestly, I think it even outshines Goodfellas in terms of sheer style and energy. The acting is just on another level. Robert De Niro is at his absolute best as Ace Rothstein—he plays him with this calm, calculated coolness that is so mesmerizing to watch. Sharon Stone completely steals the show and gives a heartbreaking performance, and Joe Pesci is genuinely terrifying as Nicky. You never know when he’s going to snap. I love how the film shows you exactly how the mob ran Vegas behind closed doors. Between the incredible soundtrack, the flashy neon outfits, and the fast-paced storytelling, there isn't a single boring second in a three-hour movie. If you love crime dramas, it literally does not get any better than this.

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Jacob W

@RT17896586 Oct 25, 2026

Impressive ambition and bravura performances from an outstanding cast help Casino pay off in spite of a tamiliar narrative that may strike some viewers as a safe bet for director Martin Scorsese. Some might say it’s Goodfellas 2. However it’s not. It’s very good Pessi is amazing

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Evan P

@EliteShadow2001 Oct 21, 2026

My fav gangster movie feel like wolf of wallstreet took bits from this i will always suggest this to friends or family amazing movie

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Robert P

@Superbad Oct 6, 2026

Casino is a *4.5* star Movie!!!!

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Darrin M

@RT15057856 Sep 3, 2026

Personally, Casino is my all-time favorite movie across all genres. This has it all for a gangster/drama film. Deniro and Pesci w Scorsese directing, can’t go wrong. Pretty much anything by Scorsese is gold obviously, but Casino is special even amongst these classic films. And extremely close to the true events. If I could give Casino 10/5 stars, I would.

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Synopsis

In early-1970s Las Vegas, low-level mobster Sam "Ace" Rothstein (Robert De Niro) gets tapped by his bosses to head the Tangiers Casino. At first, he's a great success in the job, but over the years, problems with his loose-cannon enforcer Nicky Santoro (Joe Pesci), his ex-hustler wife Ginger (Sharon Stone), her con-artist ex Lester Diamond (James Woods) and a handful of corrupt politicians put Sam in ever-increasing danger. Martin Scorsese directs this adaptation of Nicholas Pileggi's book.

Director: Martin Scorsese
Producer: Barbara De Fina
Screenwriter: Nicholas Pileggi, Martin Scorsese
Distributor: MCA/Universal Pictures [us]
Production Co: Universal Pictures, Légende Entreprises
Rating: R
Genre: Crime, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Nov 22, 1995, Original
Release Date (Streaming): May 18, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA): $42.4M
Runtime: 2h 58m
Sound Mix: Stereo, DTS, Surround
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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