Molly's Game (2017)

Drama Crime Directed by Aaron Sorkin
→ Influenced 2 films ← Inspired by 3 films

Molly Bloom, a young skier and former Olympic hopeful becomes a successful entrepreneur (and a target of an FBI investigation) when she establishes a high-stakes, international poker game.

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Influenced By

  1. The Big Short (2015)
    "Directed by Adam McKay, this film explores the 2008 financial crisis through the eyes of finance experts who predicted the housing market collapse. Both films examine systemic flaws and the moral complexities faced by individuals navigating high-risk environments." Molly’s Game: 10 Similar Crime Thriller Movies You'll Like Nathan Patra The Cinemaholic
  2. Rounders (1998)
    "This film stars Matt Damon as a reformed gambler drawn back into underground poker to help a friend. It offers an in-depth look at the high-stakes poker world, paralleling the environment depicted in "Molly's Game."" 17 Movies Like Molly's Game (2017) Television Stats
  3. The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
    "Martin Scorsese's biographical black comedy follows Jordan Belfort's rise and fall in the stockbroker world, highlighting themes of ambition, corruption, and legal repercussions, akin to those in "Molly's Game."" The 25 Best Movies Like 'Molly's Game', Ranked By Fans Alex Alvarez Ranker

Influenced

  1. American Animals (2018)
    "This crime drama, directed by Bart Layton, recounts the true story of four young men who plan a heist to steal valuable books from a university library. Like "Molly's Game," it delves into real-life events involving high-stakes decisions and the consequences of illegal activities." Molly’s Game: 10 Similar Crime Thriller Movies You'll Like Nathan Patra The Cinemaholic
  2. The Card Counter (2021)
    "Directed by Paul Schrader, this crime drama follows a former military interrogator turned gambler who seeks redemption. The film's exploration of gambling and personal redemption resonates with themes in "Molly's Game."" Top 8 Casino-Inspired Hollywood Movies Of All Time: Molly's Game, The Card Counter & More Moviee Talks Team Moviee Talks

Molly's Game (2017), directed by Aaron Sorkin, was inspired by 3 earlier films — including The Big Short, Rounders, and The Wolf of Wall Street — and has been cited as an influence on 2 later works, such as American Animals and The Card Counter. Check out the citations below.