Gutshot Straight (2014)
A poker player's single reckless wager sends him spiraling into a deadly criminal underworld in this gritty crime thriller.
Gutshot Straight - Movie Information
- Original Title: Gutshot Straight
- Release Year: 2014
- Directed by: Justin Steele
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Thriller
- Age Rating (US): R
- Runtime: 1h 29m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): October 11, 2014 (United Kingdom - 15), October 11, 2014 (United States - R), April 20, 2017 (South Korea - 19)
- Alternative Titles: Gutshot (UK), Cible à abattre (FR), Jogada de Sorte (BR)
- Production Companies: AMJ Productions, Jay-X Entertainment, Noordinary Films
- Production Countries: United States of America
Gutshot Straight - Plot
A professional poker player falls deep into underworld when he takes an unexpected wager from a mysterious high roller.
Gutshot Straight - Trailer
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All debts will be paid.
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Gutshot Straight - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Justin Steele
Main Cast
- George Eads
- AnnaLynne McCord
- Steven Seagal
- Ted Levine
- Vinnie Jones
- Stephen Lang
- Tia Carrere
- Fiona Dourif
- Elsie Fisher
- John Lewis
Writers
- Jerry Rapp
Producers
- Tiago Mesquita
- Ross Otterman
- John Yang
Gutshot Straight - FAQs
Where can you stream or watch Gutshot Straight?
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Who are the main actors in Gutshot Straight?
Gutshot Straight stars George Eads as Jack, AnnaLynne McCord as May, and Steven Seagal as crime boss Paulie Trunks. The supporting cast includes Ted Levine, Vinnie Jones, Stephen Lang, Tia Carrere, Fiona Dourif, and a young Elsie Fisher.
What is Gutshot Straight about?
Gutshot Straight follows a professional poker player who accepts a high-stakes wager from a mysterious high roller, pulling him into a dangerous criminal underworld. The film blends gambling tension with crime thriller elements as the protagonist struggles to survive the consequences of a single fateful bet.
Is Gutshot Straight based on a true story?
No, Gutshot Straight is not based on a true story. It is an original fictional screenplay written by Jerry Rapp, set in the world of high-stakes poker and organized crime. The story, characters, and events depicted are entirely invented for dramatic purposes.
When was Gutshot Straight released?
Gutshot Straight was released on October 11, 2014, in both the United Kingdom and the United States. It received a later release in South Korea on April 20, 2017. The film is rated R in the US and carries a 15 certificate in the UK.
What is the age rating for Gutshot Straight?
Gutshot Straight is rated R in the United States, indicating it is intended for adult audiences. It carries a 15 certificate in the United Kingdom and a 19 rating in South Korea. Viewer discretion is advised due to violence, language, and mature thematic content.
Who directed Gutshot Straight?
Gutshot Straight was directed by Justin Steele. The screenplay was written by Jerry Rapp. The film was produced under the banner of AMJ Productions, Jay-X Entertainment, and Noordinary Films, with Tiago Mesquita also serving as cinematographer on the project.
What movies are similar to Gutshot Straight?
If you enjoyed Gutshot Straight, you may also like Lucky Number Slevin (2006), Pulp Fiction (1994), Miller's Crossing (1990), Bound (1996), Ocean's Eleven (2001), The Good Thief (2003), and Ocean's Thirteen (2007) — all crime thrillers with sharp plotting and underworld intrigue.
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