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The Hustler is a 1961 drama film, directed by Robert Rossen. It tells the story of small-time pool hustler "Fast Eddie" Felson, who challenges legendary pool player "Minnesota Fats".
A classic drama film about a young pool player who challenges the legendary Minnesota Fats and faces the consequences of his actions. IMDb provides cast and crew information, user and critic reviews, trivia, goofs, quotes, and more for this Oscar-winning movie.
Tim M Suckering the audience in with tension and a driven Paul Newman, The Hustler finds its groove in a slick mood and layered themes on the nature of winning.
Jun 23, 2002 · The pool shark played by Paul Newman in "The Hustler" (1961) is indelible--given weight because the film is not about his victory in the final pool game, but about his defeat by pool, by life, and by his lack of character. This is one of the few American movies in which the hero wins by surrendering, by accepting reality instead of his dreams.
Watch Paul Newman as a pool hustler who challenges Jackie Gleason's Minnesota Fats in this dark and complex tale of redemption. See the trailer, cast, reviews, and where to buy or stream The Hustler online.
Fast Eddie Felson is a pool hustler who challenges the legendary Minnesota Fats in this classic film. Watch the trailer, see the cast and crew, and read the user score and overview on The Movie Database.
A classic drama about a young pool hustler, Fast Eddie Felson, who challenges the legendary Minnesota Fats. The film was nominated for multiple Academy Awards and inspired a sequel, The Color of Money.
