The Sting

In 1936, two grifters, Johnny Hooker and Henry Gondorff, team up with other con artists to execute an elaborate scheme against a ruthless crime boss, Doyle Lonnegan. They aim to pull off the "long con" by tricking Lonnegan into believing he's investing in a rigged horse race. The plan involves intricate deception, double-crosses, and a meticulously crafted illusion to ensure their revenge.

The Sting was a massive critical and commercial success, widely praised for its witty script, intricate plot, charismatic performances, and nostalgic period detail. It is considered a classic of the crime and heist genres.

• Praised for its clever and intricate plot, keeping audiences guessing.
• Celebrated for the iconic chemistry and performances of Robert Redford and Paul Newman.
• Appreciated for its stylish period setting and nostalgic atmosphere.

Google audience: Audiences largely enjoyed the film's clever cons, the engaging performances of its lead actors, and the satisfying twists and turns. Many found it a highly entertaining and rewatchable classic.

Won 7 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Original Song Score and Its Adaptation or Translation. Also won 3 Golden Globe Awards including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.

The iconic ragtime piano music used throughout the film, particularly "The Entertainer," was not originally composed for the movie but was a pre-existing Scott Joplin piece that composer Marvin Hamlisch adapted and arranged.