Casino (1995)
Martin Scorsese's sprawling crime epic charts the rise and fall of a mob-run Las Vegas empire through greed, betrayal, and obsession.
Casino - Movie Information
- Original Title: Casino
- Release Year: 1995
- Directed by: Martin Scorsese
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Crime, Drama
- Age Rating (US): R
- Runtime: 2h 59m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): November 22, 1995 (Canada - 18A), November 22, 1995 (United States - R), February 23, 1996 (United Kingdom - 18), March 14, 1996 (Germany - 16), March 13, 1996 (France - 12), March 8, 1996 (New Zealand - R18), March 7, 1996 (Australia - R 18+), March 15, 1996 (Brazil - 18), March 8, 1996 (Mexico - C), March 22, 1996 (Italy - VM18), February 19, 1996 (Spain - 18), March 16, 1996 (South Korea - 19)
- Alternative Titles: Scorcese's Casino (US), カジノ (JP), Կազինո (AM), 賭國風雲 (TW), Kasino (HR), کازینو (IR)
- Production Companies: Universal Pictures, Syalis DA, Légende Films, Cappa/De Fina Productions
- Production Countries: France, United States of America
Casino - Plot
In Las Vegas, two best friends--a casino executive and a Mafia enforcer--compete for a gambling empire and a fast-living, fast-loving socialite.
Casino - Trailer
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No one stays at the top forever.
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Casino - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Martin Scorsese
Main Cast
- Robert De Niro
- Sharon Stone
- Joe Pesci
- James Woods
- Don Rickles
- Alan King
- Kevin Pollak
- L.Q. Jones
- Dick Smothers
- Frank Vincent
Writers
- Martin Scorsese
- Nicholas Pileggi
Producers
- Barbara De Fina
Casino - FAQs
Is Casino based on a true story?
Yes, Casino is based on Nicholas Pileggi's 1995 nonfiction book of the same name. The film draws directly from real events, with Robert De Niro's Sam "Ace" Rothstein based on Frank "Lefty" Rosenthal, and Joe Pesci's Nicky Santoro inspired by mobster Anthony "Tony the Ant" Spilotro.
Where can I stream Casino (1995)?
Casino (1995) is available to stream on Netflix, AMC+, Starz, AMC, and Philo. It can also be rented or purchased on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What is the ending of Casino explained?
At the film's end, Nicky Santoro is beaten and buried alive by the mob, Ginger dies of a drug overdose, and Ace survives but loses everything — the casino, his marriage, and his power. He returns to a quiet life as a sports handicapper, narrating how the mob's grip on Las Vegas ultimately collapsed.
Who are the main actors in Casino?
Casino stars Robert De Niro as Sam "Ace" Rothstein, Sharon Stone as Ginger McKenna, and Joe Pesci as Nicky Santoro. The supporting cast includes James Woods, Don Rickles, Alan King, Kevin Pollak, L.Q. Jones, Dick Smothers, and Frank Vincent.
Did Sharon Stone win an Oscar for Casino?
Sharon Stone received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for her role as Ginger McKenna in Casino — widely considered the defining performance of her career. While she did not win the Oscar, she took home the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama for the role.
How long is Casino (1995)?
Casino has a runtime of 2 hours and 59 minutes (179 minutes), making it one of Martin Scorsese's longest feature films. Despite its length, the film maintains a relentless pace through its layered narrative of power, betrayal, and decline in Las Vegas.
How does Casino compare to GoodFellas?
Casino and GoodFellas share a director, lead actor, and voiceover-driven storytelling style, but Casino operates on a grander, more operatic scale. Where GoodFellas focuses on street-level mob life, Casino examines institutional corruption — the intersection of organized crime, corporate greed, and political power in 1970s Las Vegas.
What is the age rating for Casino?
Casino is rated R in the United States, reflecting its graphic violence, strong language, drug use, and adult themes. It is not suitable for viewers under 17 without parental guidance. International ratings include 18A in Canada, 18 in the UK, and VM18 in Italy.
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