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The Sting

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Following the murder of a mutual friend, aspiring con man Johnny Hooker (Robert Redford) teams up with old pro Henry Gondorff (Paul Newman) to take revenge on the ruthless crime boss responsible, Doyle Lonnegan (Robert Shaw). Hooker and Gondorff set about implementing an elaborate scheme, one so crafty that Lonnegan won't even know he's been swindled. As their big con unfolds, however, things don't go according to plan, requiring some last-minute improvisation by the undaunted duo.

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Critics Consensus

Paul Newman, Robert Redford, and director George Roy Hill prove that charm, humor, and a few slick twists can add up to a great film.

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Richard Roeper Chicago Sun-Times 12/02/2023
One of the most enduring and exquisitely crafted blockbusters of all time. Go to Full Review Andrew Sarris Village Voice 08/08/2022
Pure popcorn like this is hardly worthy of serious analysis... Fortunately, the stars have not lost their charm and authority. Go to Full Review Judith Crist New York Magazine/Vulture 08/08/2022
It's a joy to look at and has that rarest of present-day ingredients, Hill's hallmark -- taste. What glitters here is pure movie gold. Go to Full Review Sean Burns Crooked Marquee Jan 16
‘The Sting’ is both a grift and a great escape. It makes you nostalgic for something that never was. Go to Full Review Matt Brunson Film Frenzy Nov 3
4/4
Pure pleasure. Go to Full Review Mark Jackson Epoch Times 05/17/2024
5/5
Arguably the G.O.A.T. heist-comedy-blockbuster “The Sting” (seven Oscars) is the premier example of the saying, "They don't make 'em like that anymore." Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Ericka R 07/20/2023 I love that I had the opportunity to see it on the big screen again. The first movie I saw in a theater that I remember. I was too young to understand most of it, I was 3, but I loved it all the same. Such a marvelous ensemble of stelar craftsmen. My mom suggested we get the soundtrack. I already have it for her. We were over joyed. See more Francis W 2d From the opening scene forward, sheer magnificence - music, dialogue, acting, story, pacing - this movie has it all. One of the greatest films ever to grace the Silver Screen. See more Circus E. @COS.ENT85 Apr 2 They dont make em like this anymore. 10/10 movie! See more YINUO P. @EnochPan Apr 1 It is a masterpiece! See more Levi J @Lev77 Mar 29 Clever, funny, and suspenseful: this is an iconic classic with great acting and great ragtime music! See more James B @RT54975811 Mar 15 This was so good. Saw this for the first time this weekend and really enjoyed it. If you love movies that keep you guessing then you will really enjoy this one as well. For sure check this one out. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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George Roy Hill

Director

Paul Newman

Henry Gondorff

Robert Redford

Johnny Hooker

Robert Shaw

Doyle Lonnegan

Charles Durning

Lt. William Snyder

Ray Walston

J.J. Singleton

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Movie Info

Synopsis Following the murder of a mutual friend, aspiring con man Johnny Hooker (Robert Redford) teams up with old pro Henry Gondorff (Paul Newman) to take revenge on the ruthless crime boss responsible, Doyle Lonnegan (Robert Shaw). Hooker and Gondorff set about implementing an elaborate scheme, one so crafty that Lonnegan won't even know he's been swindled. As their big con unfolds, however, things don't go according to plan, requiring some last-minute improvisation by the undaunted duo.
Director
George Roy Hill
Producer
Tony Bill, Julia Phillips, Michael Phillips
Screenwriter
David S. Ward
Distributor
Universal Home Entertainment, MCA/Universal Home Video, Universal Pictures
Production Co
Universal Pictures
Rating
PG
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 25, 1973, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
May 8, 2015
Runtime
2h 9m
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