The Hustler

1961 · 134 min · ★ 7.7 / 10 · 1126 votes

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

Paul Newman · Jackie Gleason · Piper Laurie · George C. Scott · Myron McCormick · Murray Hamilton · Michael Constantine · Stefan Gierasch · Clifford A. Pellow · Jake LaMotta

Director

Robert Rossen