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A Big Hand for the Little Lady

  • 1966
  • Approved
  • 1h 35m
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7.3/10
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Henry Fonda, Jason Robards, and Joanne Woodward in A Big Hand for the Little Lady (1966)
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Western

Comedy western in which a traveler bets more money than he can afford in a poker game, and unusual events follow.Comedy western in which a traveler bets more money than he can afford in a poker game, and unusual events follow.Comedy western in which a traveler bets more money than he can afford in a poker game, and unusual events follow.

  • Director
    • Fielder Cook
  • Writer
    • Sidney Carroll
  • Stars
    • Henry Fonda
    • Joanne Woodward
    • Jason Robards
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  • IMDb RATING
    7.3/10
    4.5K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Fielder Cook
    • Writer
      • Sidney Carroll
    • Stars
      • Henry Fonda
      • Joanne Woodward
      • Jason Robards
    • 69User reviews
    • 17Critic reviews
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 1 nomination

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    Henry Fonda, Burgess Meredith, and Joanne Woodward in A Big Hand for the Little Lady (1966)
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    Henry Fonda, Jason Robards, and Joanne Woodward in A Big Hand for the Little Lady (1966)
    Henry Fonda, Jason Robards, Charles Bickford, and Joanne Woodward in A Big Hand for the Little Lady (1966)
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    Henry Fonda and Joanne Woodward in A Big Hand for the Little Lady (1966)

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    Henry Fonda
    Henry Fonda
    • Meredith
    Joanne Woodward
    Joanne Woodward
    • Mary
    Jason Robards
    Jason Robards
    • Henry Drummond
    Paul Ford
    Paul Ford
    • C.P. Ballinger
    Charles Bickford
    Charles Bickford
    • Benson Tropp
    Burgess Meredith
    Burgess Meredith
    • Doc Scully
    • (as Burgess Meridith)
    Kevin McCarthy
    Kevin McCarthy
    • Otto Habershaw
    Robert Middleton
    Robert Middleton
    • Dennis Wilcox
    John Qualen
    John Qualen
    • Jesse Buford
    Jean-Michel Michenaud
    Jean-Michel Michenaud
    • Jackie
    • (as Gerald Michenaud)
    James Berwick
    • Sam Rhine
    • (as James Kenny)
    Allen Collins
    • Toby
    Jim Boles
    • Pete
    Virginia Gregg
    Virginia Gregg
    • Mrs. Drummond
    Chester Conklin
    Chester Conklin
    • Old Man in Saloon
    Mae Clarke
    Mae Clarke
    • Mrs. Craig
    Ned Glass
    Ned Glass
    • Owney Price
    James Griffith
    James Griffith
    • Mr. Stribling
    • Director
      • Fielder Cook
    • Writer
      • Sidney Carroll
    • All cast & crew
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    • Trivia
      Director Fielder Cook had liked James Berwick's performance so much that he insisted Berwick reprise his television role of barman Sam Rhine in this film, despite his lack of cinema experience. This was Berwick's only screen role of any note, all other appearances being bit parts.
    • Goofs
      Toward the end of the movie, the banjo players are playing five-string banjos which didn't exist until well after the turn of the century.
    • Quotes

      Henry Drummond: Now then, why is Celie marrying you?

      Arthur McKenzie: Because she love...

      Henry Drummond: [cutting him off] Because she's homely as a lemon and just as sneaky as her old lady, and every man sets foot in this house needs just one look to figure it ain't worth 40,000 acres and a soft spot for the rest of his life.

      [looking at Arthur for a reaction]

      Henry Drummond: Is that what you were going to say?

      Arthur McKenzie: [after a thoughtful pause] Yes, sir.

      Henry Drummond: Arthur, I want you to light out of that window right there... and shinny down the rain pipe and get on my horse and get the hell and gone away from us and your old man as far as you can get...

      [he gives him money]

      Henry Drummond: ... and don't waste any time, Arthur. There's a whole world waitin' for you out there. Good places and bad places... nice people and some not so nice. Look them all over, Arthur. Bide your time and maybe somewhere, someplace, you'll find a real woman. A good woman... Now get!

      [they shake hands]

    • Connections
      Featured in AFI Life Achievement Award: AFI Life Achievement Award: A Tribute to Henry Fonda (1978)
    • Soundtracks
      Hello, Ma Baby
      (aka "Telephone Rag") (uncredited)

      Written by Ida Emerson and Joseph E. Howard

      Performed by Marilyn Powell

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    8/10
    A Big Hand for the Little Lady
    This top-notch comedy western is both entertaining and unforgettable. Its stellar cast of veteran American actors present a magnificent example of ensemble acting. Burgess Meredith in particular turns in a virtuoso performance. Henry Fonda, Joanne Woodward and Jason Robards anchor the film with delightful portrayals.

    The surprise plot twist at the end does jar the emotions a little, but is in keeping with the fun and mischievous spirit of the film. Definitely more stylish and funnier than "The Sting". Action, adventure, comedy, suspense ----- this well-crafted tale has it all. It deserves the term "classic".
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    • Jan 14, 2005

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • July 1, 1966 (France)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Velika prevara u Dodz Sitiju
    • Filming locations
      • Flagstaff, Arizona, USA
    • Production company
      • Eden Productions Inc.
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 35 minutes
    • Sound mix
      • Mono
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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