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The Hustler

The Hustler (1961) - Where to Watch

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Audience Score
77

Want to watch 'The Hustler' on any device? Below, you’ll find platforms and services with rental, purchase, and subscription options, so you can pick what works best for you. As of now in the US, 'The Hustler' is available on FlixFling, IndieFlix, Microsoft Store, Prime Video, YouTube, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies to rent, buy, or stream with a subscription.

Here are a few key highlights to round things out about the Rossen Films, 20th Century Fox drama flick. The Hustler starring Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, George C. Scott has a NR rating, a runtime of about 2 hr 14 min. The release date of the movie is September 25th, 1961. The movie received a user score of 77/100 on TMDb, which is informed by reviews from 1,034 active users.

Let’s set the scene for you... Here's the plot: "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."

'The Hustler' Release Dates

Watch in Movie Theaters on September 25th, 1961
Watch on DVD or Blu-ray starting June 4th, 2002 - Buy The Hustler DVD

The Hustler Movies

The Hustler is a 1961 movie directed by Robert Rossen. It tells the story of a young pool hustler, Edward "Fast Eddie" Felson, who challenges the legendary Minnesota Fats. The film was a critical and commercial success and was nominated for multiple Academy Awards. The Color of Money is a 1986 film directed by Martin Scorsese. It continues the story of "Fast Eddie" from the first film, with Newman reprising his role as Fast Eddie. The film begins more than 25 years after the events of the previous film, with Eddie retired from the pool circuit.