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Cruel Game 2002

★ 2.25 votes84 min📅 2002-11-27

"Their World Is Full Of Betrayal"

Directed by Masashi Nagadoi, *Cruel Game (2002)* plunges viewers into a high-stakes web of deception where a charismatic Los Angeles playboy navigates a dangerous game involving four enticing women.

Director: Masashi Nagadoi

Cast

Adam Baratta
Adam Baratta
Brad
Jennifer Tung
Jennifer Tung
Yuki
Carrie Stevens
Carrie Stevens
Jenny
Ross King
Nick
Masashi Nagadoi
Masashi Nagadoi
Toshi
Jennifer Rubin
Jennifer Rubin
Dr. Valdes
Mako
Mako
Straw Hat
Victoria Silvstedt
Victoria Silvstedt
Ingrid
Bonnie-Jill Laflin
Bonnie-Jill Laflin
Emerald
Tanisha Harris
Katie

Frequently Asked Questions

What is *Cruel Game (2002)* about?

A smooth-talking LA playboy gets entangled in a dangerous con involving four women after a Yakuza-linked heist leaves a million dollars missing. As the net tightens, identities crumble and alliances shift in this twisty tale of greed and survival.

Who directed *Cruel Game*?

Masashi Nagadoi directed this 2002 crime-drama, blending sharp character dynamics with high-stakes tension.

Who stars in *Cruel Game*?

Adam Baratta leads the cast alongside Jennifer Tung, Carrie Stevens, Ross King, and Jennifer Rubin.

Is *Cruel Game (2002)* worth watching?

For fans of gritty romances and crime thrillers, *Cruel Game* offers a compact, dialogue-driven escape with just under 90 minutes of relentless intrigue. While not a household name, its Yakuza twist and character-driven stakes make it a hidden gem worth tracking down.

How long is *Cruel Game*?

The film runs for 84 minutes, a tight runtime that keeps the tension high without unnecessary filler.

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About Cruel Game (2002) — A Yakuza Heist Drama Where Trust Is the Real Betrayal

Directed by Masashi Nagadoi, *Cruel Game (2002)* plunges viewers into a high-stakes web of deception where a charismatic Los Angeles playboy navigates a dangerous game involving four enticing women. When a million-dollar heist from Japan's infamous Yakuza leaves the mob in turmoil, the playboy finds himself at the center of a relentless pursuit, caught between loyalty and survival.

In this brisk 84-minute drama-romance, trust is a currency as fragile as the relationships forged in the shadows. Who's really after the money—and who's just playing their part? With every smile a potential trap and every promise a half-truth, *Cruel Game* delivers a pulse-pounding ride through betrayal, ambition, and the blurred lines of identity.