Plot & Details
Inspired by true events that are too over-the-top for even the wildest imaginations to conjure, 'Casino Jack' lays bare the wild excesses and escapades of Jack Abramoff. Aided by his business partner Michael Scanlon (Barry Pepper), Jack parlays his clout over some of the world's most powerful men with the goal of creating a personal empire of wealth and influence. When the two enlist a mob-connected buddy (Jon Lovitz) to help with one of their illegal schemes, they soon find themselves in over their heads, entrenched in a world of mafia assassins, murder and a scandal that spins so out of control that it makes worldwide headlines.
- MPAA Rating: R
- Genre(s): Comedy
- Run Time: 108min.
- Theatrical Release Date: 12/17/2010
- DVD Release Date: 04/05/2011
- Distributor(s): ATO Pictures
- Director(s): George Hickenlooper
- Starring: Kevin Spacey , Barry Pepper , Jon Lovitz , Kelly Preston , Rachelle Lefevre
- Themes: Rise and Fall Stories,Cons and Scams,Political Corruption
- Tone: Biting,Cynical,Irreverent
- Keywords: Mafia,businessperson,power,scandal
- Country of Origin: USA (12-01-2010),USA - Limited (12-17-2010)
- Language: English
Awards
Golden Globes
| Year | Award | Category | Cast & Crew | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Hollywood Foreign Press Association | Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy | Kevin Spacey | Nominated |
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