'Uncut Gems': Release date, plot, cast, trailer, and all you need to know of the latest Adam Sandler comedy crime thriller

Howard jumps into a money heist which leads him to take bigger risks and put everything at stake to get that big piece of jewel. Will he get that precious rock, after all?

From the critically acclaimed filmmakers Josh and Benny Safdie come an eccentric comedy crime thriller drama film 'Uncut Gems.' It brings with it an amazing star cast with Adam Sandler in the lead.  

Here's everything you need to know about the film ahead of its release:

Release date:

The film will release on December 25, 2019. 

Plot:

Howard, a New York City jeweler, is always on the hunt for the next big score. He indulges in a series of high-stake bets that could potentially result in pennies from heaven. Howard must perform a dangerous high-wire act, balancing family, business, and adversaries on all sides, in his relentless pursuit of the ultimate conquest. 

Cast:

Adam Sandler

Adam Sandler plays Howard in this comedy crime film.
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Adam Sandler is an American actor known for his roles in  'The Waterboy', 'Bedtime Stories', 'The Wedding Singer', '50 First Dates' and 'Big Daddy.' He will be playing Howard the Jewish jeweler in this epic comedy crime film. 

Julia Fox

Julia Fox plays Julia in Uncut Gems
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 She is an American actress known for films like 'PVT Chat', and 'The Great American Mud.' She will be seen playing Julia in this movie. 

The Weekend

The Weeknd plays as himself in this film
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The Weeknd, aka Abel Makkonen Tesfaye, is a Canadian singer, composer, and actor known for his work in films like 'Black Panther', 'Fifty Shades of Grey', 'Spring Breakers', 'Southpaw'. He will be seen playing himself in 'Uncut Gems.' 

Director:

Benny and Josh Safdie

Benny Safdie and Josh Safdie have directed this movie
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Benny Safdie and Josh Safdie are directors known for their collaborative work on films like 'Heaven Knows What', 'The Black Balloon', 'Daddy Longlegs', and 'Good Time.'  

Where to watch:

The film will hit theatres in the USA on December 25, 2019. 

Trailer:



 

From the trailer,  it can be inferred that Howard is a gambler and a jeweler who focuses on making it big in the business. He is also a bookie who places bets on different sports teams and makes big bucks. Howard is hardcore into the business that his marriage is kind of falling apart. He has his eyes on an uncut piece of jewel which is more precious than any other thing in the world. Soon, we see Howard jumping into a money heist which leads him to take bigger risks and put everything at stake to get that big piece of jewel. Will he get that precious rock, after all?

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