The Hustler
They called him Fast Eddie. He was a winner. He was a loser. He was a hustler.
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9/25/1961Runtime
134 minsOverview
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.
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EnglishBudget
$2,000,000Revenue
$7,600,000Homepage
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A noir-inflected portrait of a gifted but troubled man chasing validation through pool and money, watching him spiral through pride and self-sabotage. The film captures the seductive pull of the hustle and the hollow victory it promises.
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