The Color of Money (1986)
The Color of Money is a 1986 drama movie directed by Martin Scorsese, with a running time of 1h 59m. It stars Paul Newman, Tom Cruise and Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio.
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.
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What is The Color of Money about?
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.
When was The Color of Money released?
The Color of Money was released on 17 October 1986.
How long is The Color of Money?
The Color of Money runs 1h 59m.
Who made The Color of Money?
The Color of Money was directed by Martin Scorsese.
Where can I watch The Color of Money?
The Color of Money is available on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
Where to watch The Color of Money
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Cast
- Paul Newman as Eddie Felson
- Tom Cruise as Vincent Lauria
- Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio as Carmen
- Helen Shaver as Janelle
- John Turturro as Julian
- Bill Cobbs as Orvis
- Forest Whitaker as Amos
- Keith McCready as Grady Seasons
- Elizabeth Bracco as Diane at Bar
- Vito D'Ambrosio as Lou in Child World
- Ron Dean as Guy in Crowd
- Robert Agins as Earl at Chalkies
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