Starring: Henry Fonda, Joanne Woodward, Jason Robards, Burgess Meredithīig Hand for Little Lady is a one of those poker films that has flown under the radar for many years. Odd fact… Spencer Tracy was originally cast as Lancey Howard, but he was sick at the time the film was scheduled to start shooting on location in New Orleans. Spoiler alert: Howard makes a straight flush to beat the Kid's full house. From a cinematic standpoint, it is definitely one of the most dramatic scenes in any poker movie. The final hand between Eric Stoner and Lancey Howard has always been a source of controversy for poker fans. Other players attempt to manipulate the outcome of the game, but the Kid insists in beating Howard on the straight. Robinson) is in town, he arranges a high-stakes game playing five-card stud.
When the Kid hears that Lancey Howard (a.k.a. Probably one of the most popular poker (and gambling) films of all time, The Cincinnati Kid is actually set in New Orleans. Starring: Steve McQueen, Ann Margaret, Edward G. Screenplay: Terry Southern and Ring Lardner, Jr.
