The Hustler
They called him Fast Eddie. He was a winner. He was a loser. He was a hustler.
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Overview
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.
AwardsWon 2 Oscars. 13 wins & 21 nominations total
Cast
Paul NewmanEddie Felson
Jackie GleasonMinnesota Fats
Piper LaurieSarah Packard
George C. ScottBert Gordon
Myron McCormickCharlie Burns
Murray HamiltonFindley
Michael ConstantineBig John
Stefan GieraschPreacherClifford A. PellowTurk
Jake LaMottaBartenderGordon B. ClarkeCashier
Alexander RoseScore Keeper
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DirectorRobert Rossen
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Details
Release DateSeptember 25, 1961
Budget$2,000,000
Revenue$7,600,000
LanguagesEnglish
StudiosRossen Films, 20th Century Fox
