The Fortune Cookie (1966)

The Fortune Cookie

  • 1966
  • 125 min
  • Comedy, Romance
  • 63/100

Storyline

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 similarly-minded ex-wife suddenly reappear and tries to rekindle their relationship. Meanwhile, the football player who hit Harry struggles with the outcome of his actions.

Won 1 Oscar. 3 wins & 5 nominations total

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