The Color of Money (1986)

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.

Genres: Drama

What to watch after The Color of Money

• Confessions of a Dangerous Mind (2002) — Same feel: complex, smart
• The Hudsucker Proxy (1994) — Same feel: complex, dramatic
• Risky Business (1983)
• Jerry Maguire (1996) — Tom Cruise appears in both
• Rounders (1998) — John Turturro appears in both
• Sweet Bird of Youth (1962)