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The Hustler
“They called him Fast Eddie. He was a winner. He was a loser. He was a hustler.”
7.7 / 10• 1961• 2h 14m•NR• English
DramaRomance
Storyline
Fast Eddie Felson is a small-time pool hustler with a lot of talent but a self-destructive attitude. His bravado causes him to challenge the legendary Minnesota Fats to a high-stakes match.
Cast & Crew
Paul Newman
Eddie Felson
Lead
Jackie Gleason
Minnesota Fats
Piper Laurie
Sarah Packard
George C. Scott
Bert Gordon
Myron McCormick
Charlie Burns
Murray Hamilton
Findley
Michael Constantine
Big John
Stefan Gierasch
Preacher
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Robert Rossen's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Hustler is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
