The Sting (1973)
The Sting is a 1973 comedy movie directed by George Roy Hill, with a running time of 2h 9m. It stars Paul Newman, Robert Redford and Robert Shaw.
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.
Quick answers
What is The Sting about?
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.
When was The Sting released?
The Sting was released on 25 December 1973.
How long is The Sting?
The Sting runs 2h 9m.
Who made The Sting?
The Sting was directed by George Roy Hill.
Where can I watch The Sting?
The Sting is available on TCM, YouTube TV, YouTube Free, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
Where to watch The Sting
Stream: TCM, YouTube TV
Watch free with ads: YouTube Free
Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies, YouTube
Cast
- Paul Newman as Henry Gondorff
- Robert Redford as Johnny Hooker
- Robert Shaw as Doyle Lonnegan
- Charles Durning as Lt. Wm. Snyder
- Ray Walston as J.J. Singleton
- Eileen Brennan as Billie
- Harold Gould as Kid Twist
- John Heffernan as Eddie Niles
- Dana Elcar as F.B.I. Agent Polk
- Jack Kehoe as Erie Kid
- Dimitra Arliss as Loretta
- Robert Earl Jones as Luther Coleman
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