The Hustler

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

7.7/1019612h 14mReleased

DramaRomance

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.

Released: Sep 25, 1961

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Paul Newman

Eddie Felson

Jackie Gleason

Minnesota Fats

Piper Laurie

Sarah Packard

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