SYNOPSIS:

Since the 2018 Supreme Court decision legalized sports betting, Americans have wagered $245 billion, with $119.84 billion in 2023 alone. The House Always Wins uncovers the human toll of this boom, focusing on young men hooked by addictive betting apps, misled by aggressive ads from celebrities and media like Barstool Sports, and rocked by scandals like Jontay Porter’s 2024 NBA ban for game-fixing. Through personal stories of addiction, expert insights into “gamblification,” and critiques of unethical marketing, the documentary reveals a public health crisis, questioning who truly profits. Blending dynamic sports footage, data visualizations, and emotional interviews, this Untold-style exposé targets Netflix’s sports and social issue audiences, offering a timely warning about an industry rigged against its players.