The Cincinnati Kid (1965)
An up-and-coming poker player tries to prove himself in a high-stakes match against a long-time master of the game.
Top billed cast
Steve McQueenEric Stoner ("The Cincinnati Kid")
Edward G. RobinsonLancey Howard
Ann-MargretMelba Nile
Karl MaldenShooter
Tuesday WeldChristian Rudd
Joan BlondellLady Fingers
Rip TornWilliam Jefferson Slade
Jack WestonPig
Cab CallowayYeller
Jeff CoreyHoban
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