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Blockbuster Movies Meet Blackjack: Some of the Most Riveting Cinematic Depictions of this Thrilling Game

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Story by Chris Gore
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From counting cards in 'Rain Man' to the high-stakes thrills of '21,' these films captivate audiences with the enthralling world of blackjack and casino gambling.
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  • In 'Rain Man,' Tom Cruise's character teams up with his autistic savant brother, played by Dustin Hoffman, to use his card-counting skills to win big at blackjack, blurring the line between family and financial gain.
  • The 2008 film '21' follows a group of elite MIT students recruited by a professor, played by Kevin Spacey, to count cards and take down casinos, offering a glimpse into the high-risk, high-reward world of professional blackjack.
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Tom Cruise, Dustin Hoffman, Kevin Spacey, Jim Sturgess, Mark Wahlberg, John Goodman, Brie Larson, MIT, Rain Man, 21, The Gambler
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