The Hustler (movie 1961) - Popularity, Trends & Audience Interest

Drama Romance

Sep 25, 1961•USA•2h 14m

Director: Robert Rossen

Budget: 2 000 000 $•Worldwide: 7 600 000 $

Language English

Collection The Hustler Collection

NMTW 85% Excellent

Won 2 Oscars. 13 wins & 21 nominations total

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Budget:	2 000 000 $
Worldwide Box Office:	7 600 000 $
Profit:	+5 600 000 $
Country:	USA
Age rating:
MPAA rating:	Approved
NMTW Rating:	85% Excellent
Length:	2 h 14 min

Description:

Fast Eddie Felson, a gifted but troubled pool player, risks everything when he boldly challenges the famous Minnesota Fats to a major game. The story explores the competitive world of billiards, examining ambition, self-destruction, and the possibility of finding redemption. Eddie’s determination puts him at odds with Fats' exceptional skill, revealing both the appeal and dangers of striving for greatness. The film features exciting pool matches alongside the characters' emotional journeys as they grapple with their desires, anxieties, and past failures in their pursuit of victory and understanding themselves.

Alternative title:	The Hustler
Collection:	The Hustler Collection
Release year:	1961
Language:	English
Awards:	🏆 Won 2 Oscars. 13 wins & 21 nominations total
Director:	Robert Rossen
Type:	Movie