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The Sting

8.019732h 9mPGMovieComedyCrimeDrama

A novice con man teams up with an acknowledged master to avenge the murder of a mutual friend by pulling off the ultimate big con and swindling a fortune from a big-time mobster.

DirectorGeorge Roy Hill
WriterDavid S. Ward
ProducersTony Bill·Julia Phillips

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Cast · Directed by George Roy Hill

PNPaul Newman
Paul Newman
Henry Gondorff
RRRobert Redford
Robert Redford
Johnny Hooker
RSRobert Shaw
Robert Shaw
Doyle Lonnegan
CDCharles Durning
Charles Durning
Lt. Wm. Snyder
RWRay Walston
Ray Walston
J.J. Singleton
EBEileen Brennan
Eileen Brennan
Billie
HGHarold Gould
Harold Gould
Kid Twist
JHJohn Heffernan
John Heffernan
Eddie Niles
DEDana Elcar
Dana Elcar
F.B.I. Agent Polk
JKJack Kehoe
Jack Kehoe
Erie Kid
DADimitra Arliss
Dimitra Arliss
Loretta
RJRobert Earl Jones
Robert Earl Jones
Luther Coleman

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The Sting — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Sting?

The Sting is streaming on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Sting on Netflix?

No, The Sting is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube TV.

Is The Sting on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Sting is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch The Sting for free?

The Sting is available on Amazon Prime Video and YouTube TV in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is there a sequel to The Sting?

Yes — The Sting is followed by The Sting II (1983) in the Sting Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Sting?

The Sting is the first film in the Sting Collection.

Is The Sting part of a trilogy?

No — The Sting is part of the Sting Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Sting Collection?

There are 2 films in the Sting Collection: The Sting (1973) and The Sting II (1983).