The Color of Money (1986)
A seasoned pool shark teaches a cocky young talent the gritty art of the hustle, leading to an earnest rivalry.
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.
How intense is The Color of Money?
The Color of Money has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What The Color of Money feels like
- Tone
- grittyintimateearnest
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream The Color of Money
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Is The Color of Money for you?
Is The Color of Money scary?
No. The Color of Money is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Color of Money gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Color of Money sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Color of Money OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3.
How long is The Color of Money?
The Color of Money runs 1h 59m.
Where can I stream The Color of Money?
The Color of Money is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Color of Money have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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