The Hustler poster
Rating
7.7/10 (1016 votes)
Popularity3
Runtime2h 14m
Release DateSeptember 25, 1961
Budget$2,000,000
Revenue$7,600,000

The Hustler

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

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.

Production

Rossen Films
20th Century Fox(US)

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Spoken Languages

English

Age Rating

All Ages

Key Crew

DirectorRobert Rossen
ScreenplaySidney Carroll
ScreenplayRobert Rossen
ProducerRobert Rossen
Director of PhotographyEugen Schüfftan

Videos & Trailers

The Hustler - Trailer

The Hustler - Trailer

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Cinematography Oscars® for "The Hustler" and "West Side Story"

Cinematography Oscars® for "The Hustler" and "West Side Story"

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Art Direction Oscars® for "The Hustler" and "West Side Story"

Art Direction Oscars® for "The Hustler" and "West Side Story"

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Karyn Kusama on THE HUSTLER

Karyn Kusama on THE HUSTLER

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