Small Roles Led to Big Fame
A number of actors with small supporting roles in the film went on to do great things in their careers. Some people include Wayne Rogers (Gambler), Ralph Waite (Alibi), Harry Dean Stanton (Tramp), J.D. Cannon (Society Red), Dennis Hopper (Babalugats), Anthony Zerbe (Dog Boy) and Joe Don Baker (Fixer).
Wayne Rogers
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One Important Poker Game
So how exactly did Luke get the “Cool Hand” nickname? It was actually given to him during a poker game. He won a big pot while bluffing. When he revealed his cards he said to Dragline “Yeah, well, sometimes nuthin’ could be a real cool hand.”
Poker Scene
