The first time I sat at a blackjack table, I thought I had it figured out. I mean, it’s just 21, right? How hard could it be? It turns out it’s not just about hitting or not and hoping the dealer ...

The cards, the cash, the cocktails. As a game, blackjack just looks cool in the casino. In movies from “Rain Man” to “21” to “Vegas Vacation,” Blackjack plays a major role and is one of those iconic ...