Content Warnings
Overall Severity: 🟡 65/100
Total warning time: 7m 25s
Sex/Nudity: 🟡 30/100 (2m 5s)
- 🟡 30/100 Mild suggestive dialogue and flirting.
- 🟡 40/100 Implied sexual relationship, no nudity.
Drug Use: 🔴 70/100 (2m 25s)
- 🟡 60/100 Characters drinking alcohol heavily in a bar.
- 🔴 80/100 Main character shown drinking excessively.
Violence: 🟡 50/100 (2m 45s)
- 🟡 50/100 Heated argument escalates to a brief physical altercation.
- 🟡 60/100 Intense confrontation with implied threat of violence.
Strong Language: 🟡 40/100 (10s)
- 🟡 30/100 Use of mild profanity.
- 🟡 50/100 Stronger language in a heated moment.
Details for The Hustler (1961)
Who stars in the movie The Hustler (1961)?
The Hustler (1961) stars Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, and George C. Scott.
What is the plot of The Hustler (1961)?
The Hustler follows the story of 'Fast' Eddie Felson (Paul Newman), a talented but self-destructive pool hustler who seeks to prove himself as the best by challenging the legendary Minnesota Fats (Jackie Gleason). Along the way, he navigates relationships and personal demons.
Who directed The Hustler (1961)?
The Hustler was directed by Robert Rossen.
What awards did The Hustler (1961) win?
The Hustler won two Academy Awards: Best Cinematography (Black and White) and Best Art Direction (Black and White). It was also nominated for several other Oscars, including Best Actor for Paul Newman.
Is The Hustler (1961) based on a book?
Yes, The Hustler is based on the 1959 novel of the same name by Walter Tevis.
