The Hustler (1961) (1961)
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An up-and-coming pool player plays a long-time champion in a single high-stakes match.
Fast Eddie Felsen (Paul Newman) and his adventures in the world of professional pool. Fast Eddie is a young hopeful on his way to challenging Minnesota Fats (Jackie Gleason) for his world title. When he starts getting feelings for a woman he gets into a dilemma.
Director Robert Rossen
Writer Sidney Carroll, Robert Rossen, Walter Tevis
Stars Paul Newman, George C. Scott, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, Willie Mosconi (uncredited)
94% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes.
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Fast Eddie Felsen (Paul Newman) and his adventures in the world of professional pool. Fast Eddie is a young hopeful on his way to challenging Minnesota Fats (Jackie Gleason) for his world title. When he starts getting feelings for a woman he gets into a dilemma.
Director Robert Rossen
Writer Sidney Carroll, Robert Rossen, Walter Tevis
Stars Paul Newman, George C. Scott, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, Willie Mosconi (uncredited)
94% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes.
JustWatch listing.
Trailer
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