How long is The Fortune Cookie?

The Fortune Cookie is 2 hr 5 min long.

Who is Harry Hinkle in The Fortune Cookie?

Jack Lemmon plays Harry Hinkle in the film.

What is The Fortune Cookie about?

While taping a football game, cameraman Harry Hinkle (Jack Lemmon) ends up slightly injured after a collision with star player "Boom Boom" Jackson (Ron Rich). When Hinkle's scheming brother-in-law, lawyer Willie Gingrich (Walter Matthau), catches wind of the incident, he wants Hinkle to feign paralysis to scam the insurance company. Hinkle agrees to the plan, if only to win back his ex (Judi West). But Hinkle's growing friendship with a guilt-ridden Jackson has him questioning the ploy.

The Fortune Cookie

Name: The Fortune Cookie
Duration: 125
Rating: 80

NR 2 hr 5 min

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How long is The Fortune Cookie?: The Fortune Cookie is 2 hr 5 min long.

Who directed The Fortune Cookie?: Billy Wilder

Who is Harry Hinkle in The Fortune Cookie?: Jack Lemmon plays Harry Hinkle in the film.

What is The Fortune Cookie about?: While taping a football game, cameraman Harry Hinkle (Jack Lemmon) ends up slightly injured after a collision with star player "Boom Boom" Jackson (Ron Rich). When Hinkle's scheming brother-in-law, lawyer Willie Gingrich (Walter Matthau), catches wind of the incident, he wants Hinkle to feign paralysis to scam the insurance company. Hinkle agrees to the plan, if only to win back his ex (Judi West). But Hinkle's growing friendship with a guilt-ridden Jackson has him questioning the ploy.