Who's Got the Action?

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  • NR
  • 1963
  • 1 hr 33 min
  • 5.5  (474)

Who's Got the Action? is a 1962 comedy movie that stars Dean Martin, Lana Turner, and Eddie Albert. This film makes for a good pick for anyone who wants to watch something light-hearted and entertaining. The movie centers around a man named Steve Flood (Dean Martin), a compulsive gambler who likes to gamble on horse races. His fiancé Melanie Gates (Lana Turner) is tired of the high stakes gambling, and she decides to put a stop to it by asking her uncle Timothy J. Aiken (Eddie Albert) to help.

Uncle Timothy is a lawyer who happens to be serving as the agent for a group of wealthy clients who want to invest a huge amount of money in a horse named Broadway Bill. Uncle Timothy comes up with a plan to get Steve involved in the investment, arguing that in this way, he can use his expertise as a gambler to make sure that the investment is successful. The argument is that Steve must be able to spot the horses with the biggest potential before anyone else does, and therefore, he is the man for the job.

Initially, Steve resists because he knows that he has a gambling addiction, and he doesn't want to risk losing other people's money. However, Melanie convinces him to give it a try, and he eventually relents. The movie then follows Steve as he goes to work as a horse snoop for Uncle Timothy, gathering information on horses and jockeys in order to give Uncle Timothy a competitive edge.

As Steve delves deeper into his role, he discovers that the world of horse racing is a seedy one, with lots of tricks and games designed to manipulate the outcomes of races. He also discovers that his rival for Melanie's affections, a man named Tony Gagoots (Walter Matthau), is working on his own scheme to win a lot of money by betting on the same horse that Uncle Timothy's clients are investing in.

The plot gets thicker as Steve discovers Tony's scheme, and he tries to stop him from stealing the investors' money. Meanwhile, Melanie's cousin and Steve's friend, Clint Morgan (Paul Ford), is also trying to get in on the action by placing his own bets on Broadway Bill.

As the movie progresses, Steve finds himself in increasingly complex situations as he tries to navigate the world of horse racing and outsmart his rivals. He also has to deal with his gambling addiction, which threatens to get the best of him at every turn. Fortunately, Melanie is there to keep him focused and on track, and Uncle Timothy provides him with the support he needs to succeed.

Overall, Who's Got the Action? is a well-paced, humorous movie that is sure to keep the audience entertained. The cast is fantastic, with Dean Martin delivering an understated yet effective performance as Steve, and Lana Turner adding just the right touch of sophistication and elegance to her role as Melanie. Eddie Albert is also great as Uncle Timothy, bringing a level of gravitas to the film that keeps it grounded in reality. The movie also benefits from some well-placed comedic moments and a good dose of suspense, making it a well-rounded and enjoyable watch.

Who's Got the Action? is a 1963 comedy with a runtime of 1 hour and 33 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.5.

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  • Release Date
    1963
  • MPAA Rating
    NR
  • Runtime
    1 hr 33 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.5  (474)
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