A brief overview of The Hustler's making and the players involved.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Ulu GrosbardSelf - Assistant Director | Self - Assistant Director |
| SStanley CohenSelf - Author, Willie's Game | Self - Author, Willie's Game |
 Paul NewmanSelf (archive footage) | Self (archive footage) |
 Piper LaurieSelf (archive footage) | Self (archive footage) |
 Willie MosconiSelf (archive footage) | Self (archive footage) |
 Jerry OrbachSelf - Actor | Self - Actor |
 Robert RossenSelf (archive footage) | Self (archive footage) |
 Carol Eve RossenSelf - Daughter of Director Robert Rossen | Self - Daughter of Director Robert Rossen |
 Jackie GleasonSelf (archive footage) | Self (archive footage) |
 Richard SchickelHimself | Himself |