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The Hustler

7.719612h 14mNRMovieDramaRomance

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.

DirectorRobert Rossen
WritersRobert Rossen·Sidney Carroll
ProducerRobert Rossen

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Cast · Directed by Robert Rossen

PNPaul Newman
Paul Newman
Eddie Felson
JGJackie Gleason
Jackie Gleason
Minnesota Fats
PLPiper Laurie
Piper Laurie
Sarah Packard
GSGeorge C. Scott
George C. Scott
Bert Gordon
MMMyron McCormick
Myron McCormick
Charlie Burns
MHMurray Hamilton
Murray Hamilton
Findley
MCMichael Constantine
Michael Constantine
Big John
SGStefan Gierasch
Stefan Gierasch
Preacher
CP
Clifford A. Pellow
Turk
JLJake LaMotta
Jake LaMotta
Bartender
GC
Gordon B. Clarke
Cashier
AR
Alexander Rose
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The Hustler — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Hustler?

The Hustler is streaming on FlixFling, IndieFlix Shorts and Fawesome in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Hustler on Netflix?

No, The Hustler is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on FlixFling and IndieFlix Shorts.

Is The Hustler on Amazon Prime Video?

The Hustler isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Hustler for free?

The Hustler is available to stream free (with ads) on Fawesome and Plex Channel in United States.

Is there a sequel to The Hustler?

Yes — The Hustler is followed by The Color of Money (1986) in the Hustler Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Hustler?

The Hustler is the first film in the Hustler Collection.

Is The Hustler part of a trilogy?

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

How many movies are in the Hustler Collection?

There are 2 films in the Hustler Collection: The Hustler (1961) and The Color of Money (1986).