The Willie Hoppe Story

The story of Willie Hoppe, world-champion billiard player for more than fifty years, even into his seventies. Commentator Bill Stern describes Hoppe's abilities as the camera catches the match played at the New York Athletic Club, which Hoppe easily wins while playing against a much-younger opponent. The reel concludes with Hoppe demonstrating some of the tricks he can perform with a pool cue and a ball.

Release Date

July 11, 1952

Status

Released

Original Title

The Willie Hoppe Story

Runtime

9min

Budget

Revenue

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Production Companies

Columbia Pictures