Paul Newman - Cool Hand Luke - Plastic Jesus

I decided to put up this clip from Cool Hand Luke. In the movie, he's singing the song "Plastic Jesus" after his mother passes away and I thought it was poetic for him as well. This is probably one of the moments where you realize how good of an actor he really was. Hopefully this doesn't cause any copyright issues. I don't know much about those rules.
Lyrics are as follows.
I don't care if it rains or freezes
Long as I've got my plastic Jesus
Sitting on the dashboard of my car
Comes in colors pink and pleasant
Glows in the dark cause it's iridescent
Take it with you ... when you travel far.
Get yourself a sweet Madonna
Dressed in rhinestones sitting on a
Pedestal of abalone shell
Going ninety I ain't scary
Cause I've got the Virgin Mary
Assuring me that I won't go to hell.
(repeat 1 time)

[@bradleyvantassal8328]

If you don't like this scene, it's a night in the box.

[@jacksondunn1584]

lmao

[@Daniel_Plainview]

Lol! If they don't like your comment, it's a night in the boxxxx

[@johndutton7915]

Very nice thanks for the video

[@RupPup69]

Brother

[@jerlovski]

❤

[@maryshroat4185]

He left us one of the most poignant scenes in movie history. Plays as well now as it did over fifty years ago.

[@khashlessan8268]

This is probably the most in-depth emotional scene Hollywood ever produced - it's a masterpiece by Paul Newman. -RIP

[@jacobheise3951]

I couldn't agree any more than I do with this statement

[@LJacksonCHL]

Adding a thumbs up here, boss

[@smittywerbenjaegermanjense7376]

LJacksonCHL Yeah, add a thumbs up there.

[@melaniefernandez6272]

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[@Jeni10]

It's hard to sing when you're crying, so his acting skills were put to the test in this scene. Plus it moved me because it was Luke's attempt to pray for his mother when he didn't know how to pray. In reality, God would accept that because it was from his heart. So for those reading this who don't know how to pray, anything sincere will be accepted. God is listening.

[@bradleyvantassal8328]

Adding a thumbs up ok.

[@howardbaisden8798]

Man boss was too good to him😥

[@codyhill2507]

31 years old, every time I think of this song it makes me think of my watch the that old wooden television with my dad. Means a lot to me, still my favorite movie

[@hawkarock75]

I saw this movie at the drive-inn as a boy during the 60's and thought that guy is so cool. Paul Newman became the actor I built my teenage personality around. The Newman swagger worker for me in high school. As a boy I cried when he died in this movie, and I cried as a man when he died. He will always be a legend of the silver screen.

[@jacobheise3951]

I love this, wish I could have seen it in its prime time

[@jeansilvas]

One of the best films of all time, only a few people would appreciate this film in todays world,but I think the 20 to 30 age group should all watch this film.

[@grammargoddess888]

Happy to say I'm 17 :) And this is basically my favourite scene of the movie, though there are many good ones :)

[@angel23824]

I'm 15 and this is one of my favorite movies :)

[@billyjaymz]

Cool Hand Luke was just added to Netflix so alot more young people will be exposed to it.

[@JohnLJones-br5vu]

I agree. Seen it over 30x. Watch it whenever it's on. There is a science behind the movie. You have to delve into it further to understand the message.

[@tablature6121]

I was 16 when I read the book, by Donn Pearce who also wrote the screenplay and actually served time in a Florida correctional facility on a chain gang. Didn't see the movie until later. Pearce also did freelance magazine articles, most notably, for me, an Esquire magazine pictorial showing how it is possible to remove your pants while wearing leg shackles connected by a chain (Dragline and Luke). Pearce will turn 91 next month and I think his autobio would probably be as interesting, if not more so, than his Cool Hand Luke novel. I hope he writes one. I think he is the original Cool Hand Luke.

[@tcarroll777]

Powerful, Paul Newman is a man who can't be replaced. So many actors try to pull it off but no one can.

[@suziQ27]

hands down, my favorite movie ever. Paul Newman, class act. RIP.

[@DukeWorks]

Among my top 5 movies. It made me cry. Thank you. I am now an old man, but I recall my mother saying "I will never leave your father, unless Paul Newman knocks on the door." I now understand.

[@dnhy7951]

Waal, he might just be looking for directions.

[@mooneyes2k478]

I don't care if it rains or freezes, 'long as I got my plastic Jesus Sitting on the dashboard of my car Comes in colors pink and pleasant, glows in the dark 'cause it's iridescent Take it with you when you travel far Get yourself a sweet madonna, dressed in rhinestones sittin' on a Pedestal of abalone shell Goin' 90 I ain't scary, 'cause I got the Virgin Mary Assuring me I won't go to hell --- Get yourself a sweet madonna, dressed in rhinestones sittin' on a Pedestal of abalone shell Goin' 90 I ain't scary, 'cause I got the Virgin Mary Assuring me I won't go to hell Clearly, Luke don't know any religious songs, so this is the closest he gets...and perhaps it also has some connection to his mother, as well.

[@JazzBluesFlorida]

Clearly, Luke knows and understands the extent of religion

[@thevelbaetum4118]

I like to imagine it may be something she sang to him when he was younger, or maybe a song they heard on a radio one time and it's a memory he can recall as being fond of her and a time when things were good. It's powerful stuff, I'm so glad my dad showed me this movie and I know this song will be something to me when I have to experience what Luke is in this scene. Rip Paul

[@ghost-jesus]

@@thevelbaetum4118 funny this song was only a few years old when this movie came out, and hadnt come out yet when the movie is set, on top of that Paul Newman didn't know how to play the banjo and learned in less than a week just for this scene, it's the real reason why he stumbles through it, then speeds up at the end and fumbles some of the tabs.

[@Zekeflow]

This scene is too powerful. Newman is a legend.

[@cocovinzmcmurphy7947]

Any man disliking this clip spends a night in the box !

[@dalewinter8227]

God what an actor this man was … they come along once in many lifetimes of this rarity and talent. He made it look effortless and that’s why he was so good. RIP Paul you were one of the greatest to have graced the silver screen… I’m sure many people agree with this statement!

[@QShaque]

The perfect man to play the perfect role. RIP Paul Newman....

[@allanb52]

I have been trying to learn the ukelele for ages, then I saw this song and Luke's style of banjo playing. Now it is my fist song learned, first of many now I have the confidence. Just ordered a Banjolele so I can sound like Luke. An extremly hansom man devoid of any arrogance...RIP Paul a great actor and fine man.

[@williamkleckner9844]

I saw this national treasure at a car race in St Louis 25 years ago in person. Married to the same woman for 50 years.Rest in Peace, my good friend.

[@RailRider022]

Paul is one of the greatest Actors of all time.... and one heck of a Human being. The world was truly a better place with him in it... R.I.P Paul you may be gone but your legacy lives on

[@parkerj1232]

My dad was my Government teacher in school. He showed us this movie. It's my number 2 behind The Big Lebowsky

[@DMBdcfc]

good singer...great actor....phenomenal person!!! certain people radiate unconditional love...this was one of them

[@85harleydavidson]

Best movie, best cast, Even Dennis Hopper, best soundtrack. Best actor. This is pretty much how my dad and uncles grew up.

[@Cumeni-Ha]

Best moment in movie history.

[@Slapdash1]

A profoundly stirring scene.

[@breadbombs]

netfan jack google + says : briliant piece of acting and singing. its on my +1 links off all time favourite

[@kenmanor5476]

I first saw this movie when I was about 11 or 12 and I absolutely loved it. It has always been one of my favorites. They just cannot make movies like this anymore, and they sure don`t have actors like this anymore. Awesome movie and an awesome man. R.I.P. Mr. Newman. You will never be forgotten..

[@BradsMusic420]

Paul. I'm in tears, your acting is off the charts

[@breadbombs]

its what makes everybody cry in thoughts of lost loved ones

[@evelynestrada1]

Beautiful song. Paul sang it EXCELLENT. God bless you.

[@mduffy6167]

WELL DONE,,,Paul Newman like James Dean and so many others were perfect it seems and real,,, HOLLYWOOD it is fake today

[@TheBusterheat]

One of the best actors of all time and a truly humble man. He used to refer to himself as "Ol skinny legs". Don't know why he didn't have a whole pacel of academy awards, probably jealousy.

[@AuntPearlsGlorybox]

Love you Paul.....you are sadly missed by us all! Great rendition of this song.

[@kingbrude]

Fantastic, thanks for uploading this, what a great film & one hell of a good Actor. RIP.

[@coburncarmichaeljr5895]

Still one of the most underrated talents of the last 100 years

[@alexgamez5975]

My all time favorite movie "Calling it your job still doesn't make it right "

[@TheOrange98]

What an actor!! Better still, What a "Great" Man!! He is still benefiting others even though He's gone.

[@ralphjohnston9483]

One of the best songs ever written!!! RIP George...

[@watchmakingman9342]

Most men view their mom’s as the Virgin Mary reminding them that theirs still hope for them. When they pass it’s like all the hope leaves and you’re on your own.

[@jimgriffin8978]

this brings back memories

[@mycardboardcutoutuk]

love it so much, this clip brings me to tears everytime, its great knowing i'm not the only one who feels that way when watching it x

[@raymondsteele6735]

One of the greatest films of all time and greatest legend actor Paul Newman,,,I've seen this film many,many times in my old age,,,this part still makes me tear up...WRS5861

[@runderjamestaylor1698]

Love love love it! "Cool Hand Luke" is one of my all time favorite movies. Watching it gave me the same feeling that reading "Catcher In the Rye" did . . . that there were others misfits like me out there in the World! On top of that can you guess what I have in my car this very minute? Yep that's correct . . . my very own Personal Plastic Jesus or PPJ for short. My cousin and I have for years been subject to "ROAD TRIP" and bust out with a couple of verses of this song during the adventure. "Plastic Jesus" and the Rolling Stones "Far Away Eyes" are mandatory for proper "ROAD TRIP" ambiance. If my memory serves me correctly this is the song that I used to win show down Kazoo version of "stump the band"!

[@theeliteassasin19]

I commented two years ago and here I Am listening to Paul and remembering my daddy thank you again so much xxx love Always to them both

[@ayyobrochill]

I've been playing this song for about 2 hours on my banjo... i just wish i had Paul Newman's voice.

[@rpm88able]

This has always been a favorite movie moment. But you know what I noticed just now for the first time? Newman actually tears up. Great acting.

[@OfficialRayLiotta]

I cry EVERY time I watch this movie. Cinematic gold.

[@elizabethboydston1404]

one of my favorite moments in a movie EVER

[@martintoque]

One of my favorites for sure. He was a great man, he gave something back and left a wonderful legacy.

[@ryanprince8081]

Can't stop listening...

[@MrRoastedSnow]

I learnt how to play this today Simple enough/We all love Paul and RIP mate

[@Uh-oh_Oreo]

This hits so different when our mother's pass

[@kennethmatthew9638]

Best scene from one of the best movies ever thank you dad for introducing me to good movies butch and sundance also a good movie.

[@duanefresca]

Great movie...During the days of Double features for $2.00 admissions on Saturday afternoons this was the first movie before the Feature Movie, Bonnie and Clyde... What an afternoon of movie watching, 50 years ago....Wow, seems like yesterday! Cool Hand Luke the better movie!

[@Duhbstar]

Truly a class act all the way! He is nothing short of brilliant.

[@tronicsmike]

THIS MOVIE HAS THE BEST ACTING THE WAY HIS MOM LOOKS AT HIM SHOWING HES HER FAVORITE BY FAR AND SHE LOVES HIM TOTALLY AND WOULD DO ANYTHING TO HAVE HIM SAFE

[@Pikatso]

Joe...THE LONG, HOT SUMMER...One of his absolute best movies CAT ON A HOT TIN ROOF THE PRIZE and for something really great... A NEW KIND OF LOVE

[@chaosbynature]

youtube stops me from liking this more than once. wtf? maybe i love it. just perhaps it is the greatest thing in the history of....

[@mariobro1993]

Never let them get you down, brothers and sisters. Keep getting up. Sometimes nothing can be a real cool hand.

[@catalot]

Thank you. What a special man. I miss him.

[@peggyfrye2655]

One of my very favourite moments in a movie. Thanks for putting it up!

[@Sameoldfitup]

"'The heart of a mother is a deep abyss at the bottom of which you will always find forgiveness' Honore de Balzac

[@douglasharris4332]

I'm in tears😔

[@KenDeMatteis-j7k]

great movie.

[@ericpettyfishing]

How could you thumbs down this. Very sad

[@colstreamer]

Love this song, Love the film, Love Paul Newman's acting.

[@brianthompson4717]

How in the HECK did he not win the Oscar? That's a rhetorical question. This is one of the best performances of all time by any actor or actress. Period. It's not debatable. For you Jeopardy contestants - Answer : Cool Hand Like. Question: Tell me a better movie?

[@pierremuia1241]

Excellent film

[@mercedes3058]

That's when he was told his Mother died, he really is crying. ... He really was the best.

[@mrm4xim4m]

my name is luke and it makes this film feel more personal to me than maybe your average but its more like a pleasure to have a great film with paul newman playing someone with your name, im sure someof you feel the same :). paul was a treasure.

[@oldschoolgreentube]

God I am gonna miss him. Great actor, and a truly good person.

[@Lefriss]

There was a missionary that visited our church and soon became like family to my family. It was like they belonged to our church and they soon connected to our church. He and his wife started coming to our church when they weren't in Africa. We had them come to our home and play board games from time to time. Sooner or later their daughter came and made our church her home church. He was my dad’s new best friend. He also wanted to bring my brother to Africa with him. I remember him mentioning this song in one of his many jokes. He was a always a happy and funny guy. You only needed to see and hear his smile and laugh once to remember it very clearly forever. He passed away after getting covid. I made this comment as ig a kind of memorial

[@vikkihallaway8621]

A beautiful human being .....sadly missed ..R.I.P.Paul

[@mr75204]

This scene makes me cry every damn time

[@Janeb23]

I bike for Jimmy John's in Seattle, and always sing this tune before my deliveries lol.

[@AotearoaChef]

Tearing it up here boss

[@NilesHughes]

Love the lighting and camerawork! Powerful

[@jimmycerf]

Awesome! It gave me goosebumps!

[@JHINTON69]

Paul Newman was the greatest!!! Love this version!! No Failure to Communicate HERE!!

[@chrisbutton8545]

This is a very powerful movie in manny ways

[@brandonevs]

Watched this with my grandfather always loved this movie

[@ronlil100]

Tear at the end seals the Oscar .

[@neilgolditch6488]

Great Movie, Great Scene, One of the all-time great actors.

[@sylvialane6071]

Beautiful.

[@clarkgardiner6795]

Sure do miss you Paul RIP

[@robbotham5357]

GOD BLESS YOU SIR..🙏

[@jessesands4099]

First Heard Of This Song Back In The 1990s!⛪🪕🎼🎵🎶

[@camerondall4257]

What is so sad is that most young people under the age of say 45 have probably never seen this movie, or will never see this movie.

[@Dan-vt3nk]

Awesome!

[@tompurcell1499]

Blinding!

[@PHILMeetsJokerGod]

"That Banjo sounds kick ass! I love this part of the movie."

[@10from10]

singin it boss!

[@dawnecolley1509]

Love Paul Newman always. Great actor

[@ryantippins3300]

And the best smile in Hollywood, a real one.

[@paulnewmanbest]

que d emotion que de talent c etait un geant il a rejoint un monde meilleur comme l a dit Redford magnifique

[@iceblueni]

Legend...

[@robrepublic1]

Great scene.

[@rjwh67220]

Once on Cheers they tried to pick the sweatiest movie. Cool Hand Luke won.

[@TFS64]

Cool Hand Luke is my favorite movie ever. I love listening to the plastic JESUS song too, thanks for posting it , i got my mind right now, and what we got here is a failure to communicate, lol , its a classic, and i also love paul newman in HuD too and Joanne Woodword in the three faces of Eve is awesome too . thanks again, tim

[@Thedroffig1]

The best Movie I ever saw was The Long Hot Summer--starred Paul Newman--The best western I ever saw was Hombre-starring Paul Newman--Close to the best movie I ever saw was The Hustler-starring Paul Newman--guess you could say He was one of my Favorite actors

[@WhiT3BoYRiC]

makes me cry everytime

[@rjwh67220]

I love those old time gospel songs.