The Sting
1973, English. Directed by George Roy Hill.
...all it takes is a little confidence.
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.
- Runtime
- 2h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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The Sting isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- George Roy HillDirector
- Paul NewmanHenry Gondorff
- Robert RedfordJohnny Hooker
- Robert ShawDoyle Lonnegan
- Charles DurningLt. Wm. Snyder
- Ray WalstonJ.J. Singleton
- Eileen BrennanBillie
- Harold GouldKid Twist
- John HeffernanEddie Niles
- Dana ElcarF.B.I. Agent Polk
- Jack KehoeErie Kid
- Dimitra ArlissLoretta
- Robert Earl JonesLuther Coleman
Details
- Released
- 25 December 1973
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David S. Ward
- Budget
- $5.5M
- Box office
- $160M
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The Sting: quick answers
Is The Sting worth watching?
Our verdict is Absolute Cinema: Drop everything and watch it. It scores 8.0/10 from 3,169 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Sting?
The Sting runs 129 minutes (2h 9m).
Does The Sting have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Sting. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Sting parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Sting is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Sting on?
The Sting isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 5 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Sting?
If you liked The Sting, try Ocean's Eleven, The Brink's Job, The Thomas Crown Affair.
Who directed The Sting?
The Sting (1973) was directed by George Roy Hill and stars Paul Newman, Robert Redford, Robert Shaw.