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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.
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 ...
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.
Fast Eddie is a young hopeful on his way to challenging Minnesota Fats (Jackie Gleason) for his world title. When he starts getting feelings for a woman he gets into a...
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Brassy pool shark Paul Newman travels the small-town circuit while heading for a big-time showdown in this 1961 classic.
Brief Synopsis. A pool shark falls into the clutches of a crooked gambler. Cast & Crew. Read More. Robert Rossen. Director. Paul Newman. Eddie Felson. Jackie Gleason. Minnesota Fats. Piper Laurie. Sarah Packard. George C Scott. Bert Gordon. Myron Mccormick. Charlie Burns. Photos & Videos. View All. 1 Photo. Film Details. Genre. Drama. Adaptation.
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.
"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, but he loses in a heartbreaking marathon.
The Hustler (1961) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
