Rick Blaine is a fictional character from the classic film Casablanca, released in 1942. He is portrayed by actor Humphrey Bogart and is the owner of a nightclub called Rick's Café Américain in the city of Casablanca during World War II. Rick is known for his cynical demeanor and complex past, having once been a passionate idealist. Throughout the film, Rick becomes embroiled in a love triangle involving his former lover, Ilsa Lund, played by Ingrid Bergman, and her husband, Victor Laszlo, a resistance leader. His character embodies themes of sacrifice, love, and moral ambiguity, making him an iconic figure in cinema history.