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The Sting (1973)

1973 film by George Roy Hill.

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The Sting (1973)
Year
1973
Released
December 25, 1973
Runtime
129 min
Genres
Drama, Comedy, Crime
Countries
United States
Original language
English
Director
George Roy Hill
Writer
David S. Ward
Music
Marvin Hamlisch
Awards
9 won · 10 nominations

Plot

The Sting is a 1973 American caper film. Set in 1936, it involves a complicated plot by two professional grifters (Paul Newman and Robert Redford) to con a mob boss (Robert Shaw). The film was directed by George Roy Hill, who had directed Newman and Redford in Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969).

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Cast

Frequently asked questions

Who directed The Sting?

The Sting was directed by George Roy Hill.

When was The Sting released?

The Sting was first released on December 25, 1973.

How long is The Sting?

The Sting runs 129 minutes.

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