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One sheet Danish movie poster for the 1965 film
"The Cincinnati Kid", starring Steve McQueen. The film is a sports drama set in 1930s New Orleans, where an up-and-coming poker player, Eric "The Kid" Stoner (McQueen), seeks to establish his reputation by challenging the long-time master of the game, Lancey "The Man" Howard (Edward G. Robinson).
Key Information
Release Date: October 15, 1965
Director: Norman Jewison
Cast:
Steve McQueen as Eric Stoner ("The Cincinnati Kid")
Edward G. Robinson as Lancey Howard ("The Man")
Ann-Margret as Melba Nile
Karl Malden as Shooter
Tuesday Weld as Christian Rudd
Joan Blondell as Lady Fingers (who earned a Golden Globe nomination for her role)
Plot: The narrative builds to a climactic, high-stakes stud poker match between The Kid and The Man, where the Kid must decide if he wants to win on his own merits amidst a potentially fixed game. The ending is known for being unusual and unpredictable. |
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