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BayView Entertainment have released the crime/action film Liar’s Poker on Blu-ray (Region Free) in the USA.

Liar’s Poker will also be available to view on Est/VOD/SVOD such as Amazon Prime Video from 26th September 2023 and other streaming platforms such as Indie Box and Tubi from 26th November 2023.

Synopsis:

Jack (Richard Tyson), a manipulative power player, and his business associates share a volatile relationship. Club owner Vic (Jimmy Blondell), playboy Niko (Paul Sloane) and stooge Freddy (Flea) are all indebted to Jack in one way or another—and he won’t let them forget it. He has connections that could end a career, a relationship… or a life. So, when his wife turns up dead and his accountant turns up missing, Jack’s associates know he’s out for blood. Winner of six awards at the Chicago Film Fest, including Best Feature, Best Director, and Best Cinematography.

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