The Pool Hustlers (1983) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Pool Hustlers (1983) — Francesco, nicknamed 'Toscano', is a very good pool player but he never wins when he
The Pool Hustlers (1983) Storyline
Francesco, nicknamed 'Toscano', is a very good pool player but he never wins when he plays for money. He meets Chiara, a saxophone player, on a late night bus by swapping his case containing the cue with her one, containing the sax. The two fall in love, but in the meantime Francesco loses a big amount of money playing versus 'Scuro', the long-time Italian champion. His only chance to pay the debt is to win the Italian Championships.
Full Cast & Crew
- Francesco Nuti as Francesco Piccioli detto "Il Toscano"
- Giuliana De Sio as Chiara
- Marcello Lotti as Lo scuro
- Antonio Petrocelli as Mancino
- Novello Novelli as Merlo
- Renato Cecchetto as Giovanni
- Claudio Spadaro as pazzo alla fermata dell'autobus
- Ricky Tognazzi as pescatore
- Claudio Casale
- Carlo Neri
- Stefano Cuneo
- Pierangelo Pozzato
Why Watch The Pool Hustlers?
The Vibe: The Pool Hustlers is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1983. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.9/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with comedy-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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