The Hook (1963) Original U.S. One Sheet Movie Poster – Kirk Douglas, WWII Psychological Drama, Folded Columbia Pictures Release

Original U.S. one-sheet movie poster for The Hook (Columbia Pictures, 1963), a tense World War II psychological drama starring Kirk Douglas, Nick Adams, and Robert Walker Jr., directed by George Seaton. Adapted from Vahé Katcha’s novel L’Hameçon, the film explores the moral conflict of three American soldiers ordered to execute a captured Korean pilot, examining conscience, loyalty, and the human cost of war.

The poster design reflects early-1960s realism—stark illustration of Douglas in combat pose, accented by restrained typography and a muted color palette that emphasizes intensity over spectacle. It’s a fine example of Columbia’s transitional design era between classic war poster art and the emerging modernist approach of the mid-1960s.

Condition:

Folded as issued; light fold wear and small crossfold separations; bright, clean colors with minimal age toning; minor edge and corner handling wear; no major tears, stains, or restoration.

Details:

Size: 27 × 41 in (U.S. One Sheet) | Country: United States | Year: 1963 | Studio: Columbia Pictures | Director: George Seaton | Starring: Kirk Douglas, Nick Adams, Robert Walker Jr. | Genre: War / Drama / Psychological | Condition Grade: Very Good+ / Folded

Note:

A powerful and lesser-known Kirk Douglas wartime film, The Hook stands out for its introspective tone and visual restraint. Original posters for this title are relatively scarce compared to Douglas’s larger productions, making this an appealing choice for collectors of 1960s war cinema, Columbia Pictures history, and Douglas’s dramatic roles.