Movie

The Color of Money

“The Hustler isn't what he used to be. But he has the next best thing. A kid who is.”

★ 6.8(1,545)19861h 59m

The Color of Money is streaming on Disney Plus in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo, YouTube and Amazon Video. Availability checked 24 July 2026.

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Good to know

Director: Martin Scorsese
Release date: 1986-10-17
Runtime: 1h 59m
Language: English
Box office: $52,293,982
Budget: $13,800,000
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Touchstone Pictures
Part of: The Hustler Collection

The Color of Money — trailer

About The Color of Money

The Color of Money is a 1986 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Martin Scorsese, starring Paul Newman, Tom Cruise and Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio. It has a runtime of 1 hour 59 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 1,545 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Color of Money in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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.

Cast

Paul Newman

Eddie Felson

Tom Cruise

Vincent Lauria

Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio

Carmen

Helen Shaver

Janelle

John Turturro

Julian

Bill Cobbs

Orvis

Forest Whitaker

Amos

Keith McCready

Grady Seasons

Elizabeth Bracco

Diane at Bar

Vito D'Ambrosio

Lou in Child World

Ron Dean

Guy in Crowd

Robert Agins

Earl at Chalkies

Themes & keywords

sportspool billiardshustlertalentinspirationalunderstated

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Color of Money in Canada?+

In Canada, you can stream The Color of Money on Disney Plus. It's also available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo, YouTube and Amazon Video.

Is The Color of Money on Netflix?+

The Color of Money is not on Netflix in Canada right now, but you can stream it on Disney Plus.

How long is The Color of Money?+

The Color of Money has a runtime of 1 hour 59 minutes (119 minutes).

Who stars in The Color of Money?+

The Color of Money stars Paul Newman, Tom Cruise, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, Helen Shaver and John Turturro.

When did The Color of Money come out?+

The Color of Money is a 1986 movie directed by Martin Scorsese.

What genre is The Color of Money?+

The Color of Money is Drama film.

Who directed The Color of Money?+

The Color of Money was directed by Martin Scorsese.