The Hustler (1961)

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

The Hustler (1961) poster

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.

Director: Robert Rossen
Genre: Drama, Romance
Runtime: 134 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Kenyon Hopkins, Kenyon Hopkins
Cinematography: Eugen Schüfftan
Editing: Dede Allen
Production: Rossen Films, 20th Century Fox
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $2M
Box Office: $8M
Original Language: en

Themes

Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Olympic Spirit and Sports

Keywords

new york city, suicide, based on novel or book, sports, gambling, alcohol, manager, pool billiards, hustler, money, black and white, game, drunk, pool

Trailer

The Hustler Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Hustler about?
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.
Who directed The Hustler?
The Hustler was directed by Robert Rossen.
Who stars in The Hustler?
The Hustler stars Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, George C. Scott, Myron McCormick, Murray Hamilton.
How long is The Hustler?
The Hustler has a runtime of 2h 14m (134 minutes).
What genre is The Hustler?
The Hustler is a Drama, Romance film.
What is the budget of The Hustler?
The Hustler had a budget of $2M.
How much did The Hustler gross?
The Hustler grossed $8M worldwide.
Where was The Hustler produced?
The Hustler was produced in United States of America.
What are the themes of The Hustler?
The themes of The Hustler include: Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Olympic Spirit and Sports.