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The Fortune Cookie (1966)

★ 7.2Approved125 minDirector: Billy Wilder

1966 film by Billy Wilder

The Fortune Cookie (released in the United Kingdom as Meet Whiplash Willie) is a 1966 American black comedy film directed, produced and co-written by Billy Wilder. It is the first film in which Jack Lemmon collaborated with Walter Matthau. Matthau won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance. The film was co-produced by Wilder's Phalanx Productions in cooperation with Lemmon's independent film production company, Jalem Productions.

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What is The Fortune Cookie about?
The Fortune Cookie (1966) — TV cameraman Harry Hinkle is injured while filming a football game. Seeing an opportunity for big, easy money, his unscrupulous ambulance-chasing lawyer brother-in-law, enters the picture. He gets Harry to overstate his injuries and claim $1 million in pain and suffering. Harry's
Is The Fortune Cookie based on a true story?
See the production background and source material details on the official Wikipedia article.
Is The Fortune Cookie scary?
Content rating: Approved. See the reviews tab for parental guidance and tone notes.
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