Still from The Sting — The Sting (1973) — George Roy HillPhotographed by Robert Surtees

George Roy Hill

The Sting

Name: The Sting
Genre: Crime, Drama, Comedy
Released: 1973
Duration: 129 min

English / 1973 / 2h 9m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Crime Drama Comedy

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Synopsis

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.

Credits

Crew

DirectorGeorge Roy Hill

WriterDavid S. Ward

CinematographerRobert Surtees

Composer

Cast

Paul Newmanas Henry Gondorff

Robert Redfordas Johnny Hooker

Robert Shawas Doyle Lonnegan

Charles Durningas Lt. Wm. Snyder

Ray Walstonas J.J. Singleton

Eileen Brennanas Billie

Harold Gouldas Kid Twist

John Heffernanas Eddie Niles

Dana Elcaras F.B.I. Agent Polk

Jack Kehoeas Erie Kid

Dimitra Arlissas Loretta

Robert Earl Jonesas Luther Coleman

James Sloyanas Mottola

Charles Dierkopas Floyd (Bodyguard)

Lee Paulas Bodyguard

Sally Kirklandas Crystal

Avon Longas Benny Garfield

Arch Johnsonas Combs

Ed Bakeyas Granger

Brad Sullivanas Cole