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The Fortune Cookie

The Fortune Cookie

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The Fortune Cookie
1966 2h 5m7.2

The Fortune Cookie

“Is he a spy? A security risk? Is he unfaithful? Or is he a nice, normal shnook - out to make a million bucks by sheer accident!”

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TV cameraman Harry Hinkle is injured while filming a football game. Seeing big dollar signs, his unscrupulous ambulance-chasing lawyer brother-in-law Willie Gingrich enters the picture, and convinces Harry to overstate his injuries and claim $1 million in pain and suffering. Harry's similarly-minded ex-wife suddenly reappears in an attempt to rekindle their relationship.

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DirectorBilly Wilder
ScreenplayBilly Wilder, I. A. L. Diamond
StatusReleased
ReleasedOctober 19, 1966
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime2h 5m
Budget$4M
Revenue$7M
Profit+$3M
Rating⭐ 7.2 / 10
IMDb⭐ 7.2 / 10
Votes343
GenresComedy, Drama, Crime
StudioPhalanx Productions, Jalem Productions

Photos13

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Cast

Jack Lemmon

Jack Lemmon

Harry Hinkle

Walter Matthau

Walter Matthau

Willie Gingrich

Ron Rich

Ron Rich

Boom Boom Jackson

Judi West

Judi West

Sandy Hinkle

Cliff Osmond

Cliff Osmond

Purkey

Lurene Tuttle

Lurene Tuttle

Mother Hinkle

Harry Holcombe

Harry Holcombe

O'Brien

Les Tremayne

Les Tremayne

Thompson

Marge Redmond

Marge Redmond

Charlotte Gingrich

Ann Shoemaker

Ann Shoemaker

Sister Veronica

Ned Glass

Ned Glass

Doc Schindler

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Archie Moore

Mr. Jackson

Howard McNear

Howard McNear

Mr. Cimoli

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Harry Davis

Dr. Krugman

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Lauren Gilbert

Kincaid

Sig Ruman

Sig Ruman

Professor Winterhalter

Noam Pitlik

Noam Pitlik

Max

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Maryesther Denver

Nurse

Judy Pace

Judy Pace

Elvira

Helen Kleeb

Helen Kleeb

Law Firm Switchboard Operator and Receptionist

Bartlett Robinson

Bartlett Robinson

Specialist #1

Ben Wright

Ben Wright

Doctor

Dodie Heath

Dodie Heath

Nun

William Christopher

William Christopher

Interne (as Bill Christopher)

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Robert P. Lieb

Specialist #2

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Martin Blaine

Specialist #3

Herbie Faye

Herbie Faye

Maury - the Equipment Man

Billy Beck

Billy Beck

Maury's Assistant

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Lisa Linsky

Ginger Gingrich (as Lisa Jill)

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John Todd Roberts

Jeffrey Gingrich

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Keith Jackson

CBS Football Announcer

Herbert Ellis

Herbert Ellis

TV Director (as Herb Ellis)

Robert DoQui

Robert DoQui

Man in Bar (as Bob Doqui)

John Anderson

John Anderson

Abraham Lincoln (uncredited)

Jim Brown

Jim Brown

Running Back - Number 32 (archive footage) (uncredited)

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Daniel Elam

Bar Patron (uncredited)

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Rudy Germane

Commuter (uncredited)

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Chester Jones

Cook (uncredited)

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Chuck Schodowski

Stadium Cameraman (uncredited)

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Jon Silo

Tailor (uncredited)

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Fortune Cookie

Where can I watch The Fortune Cookie?

The Fortune Cookie (1966) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is The Fortune Cookie about?

TV cameraman Harry Hinkle is injured while filming a football game. Seeing big dollar signs, his unscrupulous ambulance-chasing lawyer brother-in-law Willie Gingrich enters the picture, and convinces Harry to overstate his injuries and claim $1 million in pain and suffering....

Who directed The Fortune Cookie?

The Fortune Cookie (1966) was directed by Billy Wilder. The film is a Comedy, Drama production with a runtime of 2h 5m, rated 7.2/10.

How long is The Fortune Cookie?

The Fortune Cookie runs 2h 5m (125 minutes total). Audience rating: 7.2/10 from 343 votes. Genre: Comedy, Drama.

Is The Fortune Cookie worth watching?

The Fortune Cookie is rated 7.2/10 by 343 viewers — well-rated and generally recommended. A good pick for Comedy and Drama fans.