Where to watch The Gambling Man (1995) in the UK
The Gambling Man (1995) is available to watch free in the UK on UKTV Play. Last verified on 4 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
The Gambling Man is a three-part British television drama based on Catherine Cookson's 1975 novel of the same name. Produced by Tyne Tees Television for ITV, the serial stars Robson Green, Stephanie Putson, Ian Cullen, and David Nellist. Dissatisfied with his life, Tyneside rent collector Rory Connor decides to use his talents as a card player to improve his situation. He's soon able to purchase a boatyard and marry his childhood sweetheart Janie Waggett, but his success is built on a tangle of lies and deceit. Never one to shy away from high stakes, Rory is in the game of his life when he's asked to make the ultimate sacrifice for his brother.
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Cast & crew
Top-billed cast in The Gambling Man.
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Ian Cullen
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Stephanie Putson
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The Gambling Man — frequently asked questions
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The Gambling Man (1995) is available free (with adverts or a TV licence) on UKTV Play in the United Kingdom.
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