The Hustler

Directed by Robert Rossen
Not Rated
September 25, 1961    2h 14m    Box Office: $7.6MDrama, Romance,
7.994%92%7.7
An up-and-coming pool player plays a long-time champion in a single high-stakes match.
  • Paul NewmanEddie Felson
  • Jackie GleasonMinnesota Fats
  • Piper LaurieSarah Packard
  • George C. ScottBert Gordon
  • Myron McCormickCharlie Burns
  • Murray HamiltonFindley
  • Michael ConstantineBig John
  • Stefan GieraschPreacher
  • Clifford A. PellowTurk
  • Jake LaMottaBartender
  • Gordon B. ClarkeCashier
  • Alexander RoseScore Keeper
  • Carolyn CoatesWaitress
  • Carl YorkYoung Hustler
  • Vincent GardeniaBartender
  • Willie MosconiWillie (uncredited)
  • William AdamsOld Doctor (uncredited)
  • Tom AhearneBartender (uncredited)
  • Charles AndreWaiter at Parisien Restaurant (uncredited)
  • Don CrabtreeSmall Role (uncredited)

The Hustler Ratings & Reviews

  • CatcherNTheRyanApril 8, 2026
    Jackie Gleason is a monster in this movie. Watch this before Color of Money!
  • Mister ArnMarch 28, 2025
    The Hustler is filmed in black and white, a choice that suits its gritty, somber tone. The opening pool hall scene lays out the stakes—ambition comes at a cost, and failure has weight. It has stellar performances across the board.
  • theresa woodfordMarch 16, 2026
    Very good entertainment

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