The Hustler (1961)
"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.
Top Cast
Paul Newman
Eddie Felson
Jackie Gleason
Minnesota Fats
Piper Laurie
Sarah Packard
George C. Scott
Bert Gordon
Myron McCormick
Charlie Burns
Murray Hamilton
Findley
Michael Constantine
Big John
Stefan Gierasch
Preacher
C
Clifford A. Pellow
Turk
Jake LaMotta
Bartender
G
Gordon B. Clarke
Cashier
A
Alexander Rose
Score Keeper
Carolyn Coates
Waitress
C
Carl York
Young Hustler
Vincent Gardenia
Bartender
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