The Cincinnati Kid
~He'd take on anyone, at anything, anytime.
Overview
An up-and-coming poker player tries to prove himself in a high-stakes match against a long-time master of the game.
Genres
- Drama
General Information
Release Date: 1965-10-15
Budget: $0
Revenue: $15260000
Runtime: 102 min
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