The Sting (1973)
Two con men plot an elaborate, witty revenge against a mob boss, pulling off the ultimate nostalgic swindle.
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.
How intense is The Sting?
The Sting has no gore and some violence. Emotionally it carries some weight. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. The humor runs dry. Rated PG.
What The Sting feels like
- Tone
- pulpysuspensefulnostalgic
- Pace
- Measured
- Humor
- dry and witty
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
Where to stream The Sting
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is The Sting for you?
Is The Sting scary?
No. The Sting is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Sting gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Sting sad or heavy?
A little. There is some emotional weight (1 of 3), but it is not a heavy watch.
Is The Sting OK for kids?
It is rated PG and nothing here runs hot: scare 0, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. A safe family pick by the numbers.
How long is The Sting?
The Sting runs 2h 9m.
Where can I stream The Sting?
The Sting is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does The Sting have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
There is a twist, and that is all we are saying.
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