Cool Hand Luke
When petty criminal Luke Jackson is sentenced to two years in a Florida prison farm, he doesn't play by the rules of either the sadistic warden or the yard's resident heavy, Dragline, who ends up admiring the new guy's unbreakable will. Luke's bravado, even in the face of repeated stints in the prison's dreaded solitary confinement cell, "the box," make him a rebel hero to his fellow convicts and a thorn in the side of the prison officers.
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Streaming now in the United States on Criterion Channel.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
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Frequently asked questions about Cool Hand Luke
Where can I watch Cool Hand Luke in the United States?
Cool Hand Luke is available to stream on Criterion Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Cool Hand Luke for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Cool Hand Luke needs a subscription to Criterion Channel, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.
What are the ratings for Cool Hand Luke?
Cool Hand Luke scores 7.7 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Cool Hand Luke?
Cool Hand Luke stars Paul Newman, George Kennedy, Luke Askew, Morgan Woodward, and Harry Dean Stanton. Stuart Rosenberg is the director.
How long is Cool Hand Luke?
Cool Hand Luke runs 2h 7m (127 minutes).
When did Cool Hand Luke come out?
Cool Hand Luke was released on November 1, 1967.
Which studio made Cool Hand Luke?
Cool Hand Luke was produced by Warner Bros.-Seven Arts and Jalem Productions in the United States.
What was the budget for Cool Hand Luke?
Cool Hand Luke was made on a budget of $3,200,000.
How much did Cool Hand Luke make at the box office?
Cool Hand Luke grossed $16,217,773 worldwide, against a budget of $3,200,000.
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