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The Hustler (1961)

โ€œThey called him Fast Eddie. He was a winner. He was a loser. He was a hustler.โ€

7.7/10 ยท 1,126 votes 2h 14m nr RomanceDrama

#6 of 13 films from 1961 #127 of 1371 in romance

Directed by Robert Rossen ยท Written by Robert Rossen, Sidney Carroll, Walter Tevis

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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.

Cast

Paul Newmanas Eddie Felson
Jackie Gleasonas Minnesota Fats
Piper Laurieas Sarah Packard
George C. Scottas Bert Gordon
Myron McCormickas Charlie Burns
Murray Hamiltonas Findley
Michael Constantineas Big John
Stefan Gieraschas Preacher
Jake LaMottaas Bartender
Vincent Gardeniaas Bartender
Gordon B. Clarkeas Cashier
Clifford A. Pellowas Turk
Alexander Roseas Score Keeper
Carolyn Coatesas Waitress

Facts

Release dateSeptember 25, 1961
Runtime134 min (2h 14m) โ€” longer as the 1961 average of 121 min
GenresRomance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$2,000,000
Box office$7,600,000 (3.8ร— budget)
IMDbtt0054997

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Questions

How long is The Hustler?
The Hustler runs 134 minutes (2h 14m).
Is The Hustler worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.7/10 across 1,126 votes, which places it #6 of 13 films released in 1961 in this index (top 62%) and #127 among 1371 romance titles.
Who directed The Hustler?
The Hustler was directed by Robert Rossen.
Who stars in The Hustler?
Paul Newman as Eddie Felson; Jackie Gleason as Minnesota Fats; Piper Laurie as Sarah Packard; George C. Scott as Bert Gordon; Myron McCormick as Charlie Burns; Murray Hamilton as Findley.
What is The Hustler rated?
It carries a nr certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Hustler?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/36442.

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