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The Sting (1973)

โ€œ...all it takes is a little confidence.โ€

8.0/10 ยท 3,115 votes 2h 9m pg ComedyDramaCrime

#1 of 30 films from 1973 #51 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by George Roy Hill ยท Written by David S. Ward

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Overview

A novice con man teams up with an acknowledged master to avenge the murder of a mutual friend by pulling off the ultimate big con and swindling a fortune from a big-time mobster.

Cast

Paul Newmanas Henry Gondorff
Robert Redfordas Johnny Hooker
Robert Shawas Doyle Lonnegan
Charles Durningas Lt. Wm. Snyder
Ray Walstonas J.J. Singleton
Eileen Brennanas Billie
Harold Gouldas Kid Twist
John Heffernanas Eddie Niles
Dana Elcaras F.B.I. Agent Polk
Jack Kehoeas Erie Kid
Dimitra Arlissas Loretta
Robert Earl Jonesas Luther Coleman
James Sloyanas Mottola
Charles Dierkopas Floyd (Bodyguard)

Facts

Release dateDecember 25, 1973
Runtime129 min (2h 9m) โ€” longer as the 1973 average of 110 min
GenresComedy, Drama, Crime
LanguageEN
Budget$5,500,000
Box office$159,616,327 (29.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0070735

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Questions

How long is The Sting?
The Sting runs 129 minutes (2h 9m).
Is The Sting worth watching?
TMDB users give it 8/10 across 3,115 votes, which places it #1 of 30 films released in 1973 in this index (top 100%) and #51 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Sting?
The Sting was directed by George Roy Hill. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969).
Who stars in The Sting?
Paul Newman as Henry Gondorff; Robert Redford as Johnny Hooker; Robert Shaw as Doyle Lonnegan; Charles Durning as Lt. Wm. Snyder; Ray Walston as J.J. Singleton; Eileen Brennan as Billie.
What is The Sting rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Sting?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/37738.

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