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7.9
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Kasper Løvborg
rated 9

Paul Newman, George C. Scott and pool? Sign me up.

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Cast & Crew

Robert Rossen
Director
Paul Newman
As Eddie Felson
George C. Scott
As Bert Gordon
Piper Laurie
As Sarah Packard
Murray Hamilton
As Findley
Michael Constantine
As Big John
Vincent Gardenia
As Bartender
Jackie Gleason
As Minnesota Fats

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The Hustler is a gripping drama that follows the story of a talented yet self-destructive pool player named Eddie Felson. With his partner Charlie, Eddie travels to New York City to challenge the legendary Minnesota Fats to a high-stakes game of pool. As the game progresses, Eddie's bravado and self-doubt threaten to ruin everything he holds dear. Will he be able to overcome his inner demons and emerge victorious? The film features powerful performances, stunning cinematography, and a gripping storyline that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as The Hustler include This Special Friendship, The Sound of Music, West Side Story, Alfie, It Happened in '43, Ship of Fools.

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The Hustler was released in theaters on September 25, 1961.