The Hustler (1961)

09/25/1961 (US) • 2h 14m

Drama, Romance

They called him Fast Eddie. He was a winner. He was a loser. He was a hustler.

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.

Top Billed Cast


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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

$2,000,000.00

Revenue

$7,600,000.00

Keywords

new york city

suicide

based on novel or book

sports

gambling

alcohol

manager

pool billiards

hustler

money

game

drunk

pool

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