Movie
The Hustler (1961)
They called him Fast Eddie. He was a winner. He was a loser. He was a hustler.
Drama · Romance
Story
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.
Director: Robert Rossen Starring: Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, George C. Scott
The Hustler Cast
- Paul Newman as Eddie Felson
- Jackie Gleason as Minnesota Fats
- Piper Laurie as Sarah Packard
- George C. Scott as Bert Gordon
- Myron McCormick as Charlie Burns
- Murray Hamilton as Findley
- Michael Constantine as Big John
- Stefan Gierasch as Preacher
- Clifford A. Pellow as Turk
- Jake LaMotta as Bartender
- Gordon B. Clarke as Cashier
- Alexander Rose as Score Keeper