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The Hustler (1961)

• NR
• September 25, 1961
• 2h 14m

• Drama
• Romance

“They called him Fast Eddie. He was a winner. He was a loser. He was a hustler.”

Overview

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.

Director

Robert Rossen

Writers

Sidney Carroll, Robert Rossen, Walter Tevis

Starring

Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie