The Hustle 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 97 minutes
- Director
- Deon Taylor
- Network
- Deon Taylor Enterprises
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is The Hustle?
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Hustle" (2008). Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 97 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 5, 2008
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Deon Taylor Enterprises
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.3/10 from 14 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~97 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Deon Taylor Enterprises
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Overview
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "The Hustle" (2008).
Constraint 1: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
Constraint 2: No invented/guessed titles, names, dates, etc.
Constraint 3: Write original, neutral, encyclopedic prose in plain text.
Constraint 4: No markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points.
Constraint 5: First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Constraint 6: Word count must be 150-190 words.
Title: The Hustle
Year: 2008
Release Date: 04/05/2008 (US)
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 1h 37m
Protagonist: Freddie Manning (disenchanted pest worker and single dad)
Best friend: Junior
Plot: Freddie Manning unintentionally steals and then loses mob money. He is in trouble. A run-down Baptist church mistakes him and Junior for replacement ministers. He takes the opportunity to save his life.
Source [2] is for "The Hustler" directed by Robert Rossen. This is a different film. I must ignore it to avoid mixing up the two films.
Draft 1 (Mental Outline):
The Hustle is a 2008 comedy film with a runtime of 1 hour and 37 minutes. Released in the United States on April 5, 2
Should you watch it?
“A desperate single father hides from the mob by masquerading as a church minister.”
- The premise features a high-stakes scenario involving mob money.
- The story centers on a relatable protagonist forced into an unlikely disguise.
- It offers a comedic take on the classic fish-out-of-water narrative.
- The film follows a premise that relies heavily on the absurdity of mistaken identity.
Watch it if you enjoy comedic stories about ordinary people caught in dangerous situations.
The film maintains a comedic tone with a runtime of one hour and thirty-seven minutes.
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Where can I stream The Hustle?
Streaming availability for this 2008 film varies by region and platform; check local listings on major movie databases.
Is this film worth watching?
The film is worth watching if you enjoy comedies centered on mistaken identity and high-stakes criminal situations.
How long is the film?
The Hustle has a runtime of one hour and thirty-seven minutes.
Is this the same film as the 2019 version?
No, the 2008 film is a distinct production and should not be confused with the 2019 comedy of the same name.
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