The Color of Money
“The Hustler isn't what he used to be. But he has the next best thing. A kid who is.”
6.9
Rating
(1451 votes)
1h 59m
Runtime
1986
Released
2
Popularity
Genres
Overview
Former pool hustler "Fast Eddie" Felson decides he wants to return to the game by taking a pupil. He meets talented but green Vincent Lauria and proposes a partnership. As they tour pool halls, Eddie teaches Vincent the tricks of scamming, but he eventually grows frustrated with Vincent's showboat antics, leading to an argument and a falling-out. Eddie takes up playing again and soon crosses paths with Vincent as an opponent.
Status
Released
Original Title
The Color of Money
Release Date
1986-10-17
Languages
English, Spanish
Budget
USD 13,800,000
Revenue
USD 52,293,982
Profit
USD 38,493,982
Directors
Writers
Richard PriceScreenplay
