Wild Card (2015) is a gritty action thriller that follows the story of Nick Wild, a Las Vegas bodyguard with lethal skills, a dark past, and a gambling problem that constantly pulls him toward ruin. Directed by Simon West and based on the novel Heat by William Goldman, the film blends raw violence, noir atmosphere, and a character-driven story of a man on the edge.
Jason Statham stars as Nick, a man who walks the line between low-life enforcer and broken hero. He’s not looking for redemption—just a way out of Vegas. But when a close friend is brutally assaulted by the sadistic son of a local mob boss, Nick is dragged into a brutal world of revenge, corruption, and bloodshed.
What starts as a simple act of justice spirals into a dangerous game of survival, as Nick confronts powerful enemies, his own demons, and the reality that violence is the only language some men understand. Meanwhile, his struggle with gambling pushes him closer to the edge. Every time he wins, he bets it all. Every time he loses, he risks more than money.
Wild Card isn’t just about brutal fistfights and gunplay—though it delivers both with bone-crunching intensity. It’s also a character study of a man who knows he's his own worst enemy. Statham brings both toughness and vulnerability to Nick, portraying a man who protects others better than he protects himself.
With its Vegas backdrop, sharp dialogue, and a pulsing sense of tension, Wild Card is a modern noir with heart and heat.
He’s got one skill.
One last shot.
And no one to trust but himself.
This is Wild Card. The deck is stacked—and Nick Wild plays anyway.
