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The Cincinnati Kid

1965·Movie
1h 42min·NR

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The Cincinnati Kid fingerprint

Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline6
  • Fast Pace5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Nostalgia6
  • Catharsis5
  • Pathos4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life and crime

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Intrigue8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

He'd take on anyone, at anything, anytime.

An up-and-coming poker player tries to prove himself in a high-stakes match against a long-time master of the game.
Poker ShowdownHigh StakesClassic SuspenseCharacter StudyGambling WorldPsychological TensionUnderdog StoryPeriod PieceIntense Rivalry

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Cincinnati Kid

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Where can I stream The Cincinnati Kid legally?

The Cincinnati Kid is included with a subscription to YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy and YouTube Free. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Cincinnati Kid worth watching?

75
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 76/100 (IMDb 7.2, Rotten Tomatoes 86%, and Metacritic 67). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Cincinnati Kid rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is The Cincinnati Kid?

1 h 42 min

The Cincinnati Kid runs 1 h 42 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Cincinnati Kid?

Critics77
Audiences76

Yes. Critics average 77 and audiences 76 out of 100, so both groups see The Cincinnati Kid much the same way.

What language is The Cincinnati Kid in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Cincinnati Kid?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Cincinnati Kid in 29 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Cincinnati Kid use?

The Film of the BookCard SharpThe GamblerLove TriangleBetty and VeronicaTomboyish NameThe Trope KidGood with NumbersProfessional GamblerFaux Affably EvilBookendsVillainous Rescueand 25 more

TV Tropes lists 37 storytelling tropes for The Cincinnati Kid, including The Film of the Book, Card Sharp, The Gambler.