The Fortune Cookie

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.

Tagline

“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!”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Comedy

Director

Billy Wilder

Original Language

EN

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. Harry's similarly-minded ex-wife suddenly reappears in an attempt to rekindle their relationship.

Who directed The Fortune Cookie?

The Fortune Cookie was directed by Billy Wilder.

When was The Fortune Cookie released?

The Fortune Cookie was released on October 19, 1966.

How long is The Fortune Cookie?

The Fortune Cookie has a runtime of 2h 5m.

Where can I track The Fortune Cookie?

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