The Sting

Set in the 1930s, 'The Sting' follows two professional grifters, Johnny Hooker and Henry Gondorff, who team up to con a mob boss out of a fortune. The movie is renowned for its intricate plot and stylish execution.

• Paul Newman did his own billiard shots in the movie.
• The movie's title refers to the moment a con succeeds.
• Director George Roy Hill banned swearing on the set.
• Won 7 Oscars including Best Director and Best Picture.
• The film's poster was drawn by artist Richard Amsel.

• "Glad to meet you, kid. You're a real horse's ass."
• "You gotta keep his con even after you take his money."
• "What was I supposed to do - call him for cheating better than me?"
• "Sorry I'm late, guys. I was taking a crap."
• "Not only are you a cheat, you're a gutless cheat as well."