An ageing liquor salesman is inspired by a talented youngster to take up the pool cue after a 25-year break. With the aid of the young man's girlfriend, he encourages his new-found apprentice to learn the hustler's art in backwater pool halls. It isn't long before both headstrong protégé and mentor are gunning for the same big bucks.
Drama
1986
1 hr 59 min
88%
15
Starring
Paul Newman, Tom Cruise, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio
