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The Hustler

1961 Film Synopsis & Plot Summary

7.7/10

Rating

134 min

Runtime

1961

Release Year

Robert Rossen

Director

Cast

Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, George C. Scott, Myron McCormick

Quick Synopsis

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.

Full Plot Summary of The Hustler

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.

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