The Game

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Release Date
September 12, 1997
Runtime
129 minutes
Director
David Fincher

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After a wealthy San Francisco banker is given an opportunity to participate in a mysterious game, his life is turned upside down as he begins to question if it might really be a concealed conspiracy to destroy him.

Writers
Michael Ferris, John Brancato
Main Genre
Drama
Studio(s)
Propaganda Films

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