The Flim-Flam Man
1967, English. Directed by Irvin Kershner.
Meet Mordecai Jones; Master of Back-Stabbing, Cork-Screwing and Double-Dealing!
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Irvin KershnerDirector
- George C. ScottMordecai Jones
- Michael SarrazinCurley
- Sue LyonBonnie Lee Packard
- Jack AlbertsonMr. Packard
- Alice GhostleyMrs. Packard
- Albert SalmiDeputy Meshaw
- Slim PickensJarvis Bates
- Harry MorganSheriff Slade
- Strother MartinLovick
- George MitchellTetter
- Woodrow ParfreySuper Market Manager
- Jay OseSecond Fertilizer Man
Details
- Released
- 22 August 1967
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- William Rose
- Budget
- $385K
- Box office
- $1.2M
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What The Flim-Flam Man is based on
The Flim-Flam Man is adapted from a novel.
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The Flim-Flam Man: quick answers
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How long is The Flim-Flam Man?
The Flim-Flam Man runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Does The Flim-Flam Man have a post-credits scene?
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The Flim-Flam Man parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Flim-Flam Man is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Flim-Flam Man on?
The Flim-Flam Man isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 22 August 1967. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Flim-Flam Man?
If you liked The Flim-Flam Man, try My Blue Heaven, Nancy Drew, Fun with Dick and Jane.
Who directed The Flim-Flam Man?
The Flim-Flam Man (1967) was directed by Irvin Kershner and stars George C. Scott, Michael Sarrazin, Sue Lyon.
What is The Flim-Flam Man based on?
The Flim-Flam Man is adapted from a novel.