Rounders (1998) stars Matt Damon as Mike McDermott, Edward Norton as Lester ‘Worm’ Murphy, and John Malkovich as Teddy KGB — a high-stakes poker drama about a reformed player drawn back into the underground world.
Main cast
- Mike McDermottMatt DamonMain
- Lester ‘Worm’ MurphyEdward NortonMain
- PetraGretchen MolMain
- Teddy KGBJohn MalkovichMain
Supporting cast
- Joey KnishJohn TurturroSupp
- GrammaFamke JanssenSupp
- Professor PetrovskyBill CampSupp
- ZagoshMichael RispoliSupp
- EisenbergMelina KanakaredesSupp
- DolfChris MessinaSupp
Guest & voice
- SyDavid ZayasGuest
- BugsyJoshua SchiffmanGuest
- VincentTommy R. JensenGuest
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About this cast
Rounders is a 1998 American drama film directed by John Dahl, following reformed poker prodigy Mike McDermott as he returns to the illicit high-stakes card rooms of New York to help his best friend pay off a dangerous debt. The film features strong performances from Matt Damon, Edward Norton, and John Malkovich, and remains a cult favourite in the poker community.
FAQs
Who plays Mike McDermott in Rounders?
Mike McDermott is played by Matt Damon.
Who plays Worm in Rounders?
Lester ‘Worm’ Murphy is played by Edward Norton.
Who plays Teddy KGB in Rounders?
Teddy KGB is played by John Malkovich.
Who plays Joey Knish in Rounders?
Joey Knish is played by John Turturro.
Who plays Petra in Rounders?
Petra is played by Gretchen Mol.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026