Johnny Hooker

Johnny Hooker is a fictional character appearing in the 1973 film The Sting, from which he serves as the protagonist. He is portrayed by Robert Redford.
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== Biography ==
He is a con-artist, grifter, and sweet-talker who grew up in Joliet, Illinois during the early 20th century. During the harsh times of the Great Depression, he makes ends meet by conning, and he is one of the best in the business. However, when his mentor Luther is killed by the evil crime boss Doyle Lonnegan, Johnny seeks out the help of the great con artist Henry Gondorff to con Lonnegan.
The two men devise an elaborate plan called "the wire" and begin to prepare for it. Johnny is also involved with a mysterious waitress from a nearby restaurant, and he must keep her secrets and stay under the radar of the FBI in order to pull off this con. With the help of Henry and his skills, Johnny must use his talents to outwit Lonnegan and get away with the con.
== Personality ==
He jeeps his cool in tense situations and has a natural talent for acting. He could either be genuine in this scenario or keeping up a show.
==Appearances==
*The Sting (1973)
Category:Characters
Category:Male characters
Category:The Sting characters
Category:Characters portrayed by Robert Redford