The Hustler
Sep 25 1961
•2h 14m
•Drama, Romance
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
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Paul Newman
Eddie Felson
Jackie Gleason
Minnesota Fats
Piper Laurie
Sarah Packard
George C. Scott
Bert Gordon
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