The Flim-Flam Man (1967)
The Flim-Flam Man is a 1967 comedy movie directed by Irvin Kershner, with a running time of 1h 44m. It stars George C. Scott, Michael Sarrazin and Sue Lyon.
Mordecai Jones, a silver-tongued swindler and self-proclaimed “M.B.S., C.S., D.D., Master of Back-Stabbing, Cork-Screwing and Double-Dealing,” has made a career out of charming and cheating his way through life. Played with devilish charm by George C. Scott, Jones takes on a new protégé in Curley, a wide-eyed Army deserter eager for direction. Together, they crisscross the backroads of the rural South, pulling off a string of homespun cons while staying one step ahead of a relentless local sheriff. Along the way, Curley falls for Bonnie Lee Packard, a rebellious heiress who joins their misadventures. But as the scams grow riskier, Curley begins to wonder whether a life of flimflam is worth the price. With its colorful characters, offbeat humor, and standout performance by Scott, The Flim-Flam Man is a rollicking Southern caper about cons, conscience, and unlikely camaraderie.
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What is The Flim-Flam Man about?
Mordecai Jones, a silver-tongued swindler and self-proclaimed “M.B.S., C.S., D.D., Master of Back-Stabbing, Cork-Screwing and Double-Dealing,” has made a career out of charming and cheating his way through life. Played with devilish charm by George C. Scott, Jones takes on a new protégé in Curley, a wide-eyed Army deserter eager for direction. Together, they crisscross the backroads of the rural South, pulling off a string of homespun cons while staying one step ahead of a relentless local sheriff. Along the way, Curley falls for Bonnie Lee Packard, a rebellious heiress who joins their misadventures. But as the scams grow riskier, Curley begins to wonder whether a life of flimflam is worth the price. With its colorful characters, offbeat humor, and standout performance by Scott, The Flim-Flam Man is a rollicking Southern caper about cons, conscience, and unlikely camaraderie.
When was The Flim-Flam Man released?
The Flim-Flam Man was released on 22 August 1967.
How long is The Flim-Flam Man?
The Flim-Flam Man runs 1h 44m.
Who made The Flim-Flam Man?
The Flim-Flam Man was directed by Irvin Kershner.
Cast
- George C. Scott as Mordecai Jones
- Michael Sarrazin as Curley
- Sue Lyon as Bonnie Lee Packard
- Jack Albertson as Mr. Packard
- Alice Ghostley as Mrs. Packard
- Albert Salmi as Deputy Meshaw
- Slim Pickens as Jarvis Bates
- Harry Morgan as Sheriff Slade
- Strother Martin as Lovick
- George Mitchell as Tetter
- Woodrow Parfrey as Super Market Manager
- Jay Ose as Second Fertilizer Man