The Hustler
They called him Fast Eddie. He was a winner. He was a loser. He was a hustler.
Drama
Romance
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.
Status:
Released
Release Date:
1961-09-25
Runtime:
2h 14m
Director:
Robert Rossen
Writer:
Robert Rossen, Sidney Carroll
Top Cast
Paul Newman
Eddie Felson
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
Clifford A. Pellow
Turk
Jake LaMotta
Bartender
Gordon B. Clarke
Cashier
Alexander Rose
Score Keeper
Official Videos
Cinematography Oscars® for "The Hustler" and "West Side Story"
Art Direction Oscars® for "The Hustler" and "West Side Story"
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