description Kingpin Overview
Kingpin is a 1996 comedy-crime film about Wayne Gordon, a retired bank robber attempting a final heist. He unexpectedly becomes the guardian of Russell Bowman, a young man with an extraordinary – and illegal – physical mutation. The movie explores an unlikely friendship between these two men as they navigate the criminal underworld. It’s notable for its dark humor and character dynamics, appealing to audiences who enjoy sports dramas and buddy comedies.
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info Kingpin Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1996 |
help Kingpin FAQ
Is Kingpin about a bank robber named Wayne Gordon?
No. The 1996 Kingpin is a Farrelly brothers comedy about Roy Munson, a former bowling prodigy played by Woody Harrelson.
How does Roy Munson lose his bowling hand?
Roy joins Ernie McCracken in a bowling hustle that goes badly, and the victims force Roy's hand into a ball-return mechanism. Bill Murray plays McCracken, who abandons Roy during the attack.
Who is the Amish bowler in Kingpin?
Randy Quaid plays Ishmael Boorg, a gifted bowler whom Roy discovers playing secretly. Roy hopes Ishmael can win enough money in Reno to save his family's farm.
Who directed Kingpin, and how does it connect to Dumb and Dumber?
Peter and Bobby Farrelly directed both Kingpin and Dumb and Dumber. Kingpin arrived in 1996, between Dumb and Dumber and There's Something About Mary.
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