The Cincinnati Kid 1965
"He'd take on anyone, at anything, anytime."
Set in the vibrant, smoky underworld of 1930s New Orleans, *The Cincinnati Kid (1965)* follows a daring young poker prodigy hungry to prove his mettle against the legendary greats of the game.
Director: Norman Jewison
Cast
Steve McQueen
Eric Stoner ("The Cincinnati Kid")
Edward G. Robinson
Lancey Howard
Ann-Margret
Melba Nile
Karl Malden
Shooter
Tuesday Weld
Christian Rudd
Joan Blondell
Lady Fingers
Rip Torn
William Jefferson Slade
Jack Weston
Pig
Cab Calloway
Yeller
Jeff Corey
Hoban
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Cincinnati Kid (1965) about?
The film follows a young, ambitious poker player known as the Cincinnati Kid as he challenges an aging but legendary card sharp to a pivotal high-stakes game. It's a story of ambition, pressure, and the unpredictable nature of luck in a world where reputation is everything.
Who directed The Cincinnati Kid?
Norman Jewison directed *The Cincinnati Kid (1965)*, bringing his signature skill for blending drama with social commentary to the poker-table thriller.
Who stars in The Cincinnati Kid?
The film stars Steve McQueen as the Kid, with Edward G. Robinson, Ann-Margret, Karl Malden, and Tuesday Weld delivering standout performances.
Is The Cincinnati Kid (1965) worth watching?
Absolutely—if you love character-driven dramas with sharp tension, *The Cincinnati Kid* is a gem. McQueen's intensity and Robinson's depth anchor a film that's as much about human nature as it is about poker. It's a classic for a reason.
How long is The Cincinnati Kid?
The film runs for 102 minutes, just enough time to build suspense without overstaying its welcome.
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About The Cincinnati Kid (1965) — A poker prodigy's high-stakes gamble against the masters
Set in the vibrant, smoky underworld of 1930s New Orleans, *The Cincinnati Kid (1965)* follows a daring young poker prodigy hungry to prove his mettle against the legendary greats of the game. Directed by the sharp-eyed Norman Jewison, this tense drama plunges into the high-stakes world of bluffs and bets, where every hand could make—or shatter—a reputation. With the city's neon glow casting long shadows over backroom tables, the film crackles with the pressure of a single high-stakes match that will define the Kid's future.
Steve McQueen stars as the eponymous Kid, a brash talent with nerves of steel and a hunger for glory, while Edward G. Robinson lends gravitas as his calculating mentor. Ann-Margret, Karl Malden, and Tuesday Weld round out the cast, their performances adding layers of intrigue and vulnerability to the high-stakes drama. The film's themes of ambition, fate, and the razor-thin line between luck and skill resonate through every tense card reveal, wrapped in a period atmosphere thick with tension and old-world charm.
