The Color of Money (1986)

10/17/1986 (US) • 1h 59m

Drama

The Hustler isn't what he used to be. But he has the next best thing. A kid who is.

Overview

Former pool hustler "Fast Eddie" Felson decides he wants to return to the game by taking a pupil. He meets talented but green Vincent Lauria and proposes a partnership. As they tour pool halls, Eddie teaches Vincent the tricks of scamming, but he eventually grows frustrated with Vincent's showboat antics, leading to an argument and a falling-out. Eddie takes up playing again and soon crosses paths with Vincent as an opponent.

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Part of the The Hustler Collection

Includes The Hustler, The Color of Money

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

$13,800,000.00

Revenue

$52,293,982.00

Keywords

sports

pool billiards

hustler

talent

inspirational

understated

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