# The Cincinnati Kid (1965)

> A gifted young card player stakes his reputation against an aging poker legend while desire, corruption, and nerve complicate the biggest game of his life.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/730

## Facts

- Runtime: 102 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Norman Jewison
- Cast: Steve McQueen, Edward G. Robinson, Ann-Margret, Karl Malden, Tuesday Weld, Joan Blondell, Rip Torn, Jack Weston
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0059037/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: mild
- Mood: tense, brooding, stylized, classic movie night, gambling film marathon

## Synopsis

A young poker prodigy faces off against a legendary champion in a high-stakes game of wits and skill.

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