Overview
A clever heist unfolds with unexpected twists and turns, as a cat burglar and a dancer team up for the ultimate score.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Layered
- Violence
- None
- witty
- playful
- glamorous
- classic movie night
- lighthearted date night
What critics said
Critics broadly viewed the film as a polished, fast-paced suspense comedy with clever scripting, expert direction, and appealing star performances, though some found its material uneven.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Harry transforms Nicole to resemble Shahbandar's late wife so the burglary can proceed under a carefully constructed deception.
The supposedly foolproof burglary is continually complicated by backfiring schemes and changing perceptions.
The plot centers on a wealthy recluse's protected penthouse, priceless art, elaborate wardrobes, and an international jet-set atmosphere.
Harry recruits Nicole as part of the con, while their collaboration develops into personal and romantic feeling.
Films like Gambit, and why
The Thomas Crown Affair
stylish caper comedy built around an elaborate burglary, deceptive identities, and witty star chemistry
The Italian Job
British-led crime comedy combining a sophisticated theft, comic reversals, and romantic tension
How to Steal a Million
playful art-heist storytelling with glamorous settings, con artistry, and escalating complications
Movie Details
- Director
- Ronald Neame
- Release Date
- 1966-12-16
- Runtime
- 109 min
- Rating
- 7.0 / 10 (178)
Cast
- Shirley MacLaine
- Michael Caine
- Herbert Lom
- Roger C. Carmel
- Arnold Moss
- John Abbott
- Richard Angarola
- Maurice Marsac
- Joe Abdullah
- Jan Arvan
Where to watch in United States
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Gambit about?
- A suave Cockney thief recruits a dancer for an elaborate masquerade designed to steal a priceless artifact from a guarded millionaire.
- What is Gambit like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Gambit as brisk, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as layered.
- Is Gambit violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Gambit.
- What did critics think of Gambit?
- Critics broadly viewed the film as a polished, fast-paced suspense comedy with clever scripting, expert direction, and appealing star performances, though some found its material uneven.
- Which films are like Gambit?
- Films with a similar feel include The Thomas Crown Affair, The Italian Job, and How to Steal a Million.
- How long is Gambit?
- Gambit runs 109 minutes.
- Where can I watch Gambit?
- In United States, Gambit is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.
