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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".
The Hustler: Directed by Robert Rossen. With Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, George C. Scott. An up-and-coming pool player plays a long-time champion in a single high-stakes match.
- (87K)
- Drama, Sport
- Robert Rossen
- 1961-09-25
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.
Jan 14, 2023 · Young, talented pool player Eddie Felson (Paul Newman) makes his way cross country, to take on the top ranked player in the country: Minnesota Fats (Jackie Gleason). Eddie's self destructive ...
Paul Newman heads a superb cast featuring Jackie Gleason, George C. Scott and Piper Laurie in the riveting film that received an Academy Award® nomination as Best Picture of 1961 and brought all ...
Brassy pool shark Paul Newman travels the small-town circuit while heading for a big-time showdown in this 1961 classic.
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.
