The Sting (1973) - Paul Newman and Robert Redford - Final Draft - Universal Studios

The Sting (1973) Movie Script (Copy)

Complete screenplay including 129 pages
Final Draft dated November 29, 1972
Directed by George Roy Hill
Written by David S. Ward
Starring Paul Newman and Robert Redford

The Sting is a masterfully crafted con artist story that became one of the defining films of 1970s cinema. The screenplay is widely celebrated for its intricate structure, clever narrative construction and elegant pacing, creating a story that rewards attention to every detail and twist.

The film went on to achieve major recognition at the Academy Awards, including winning Best Picture, further cementing its status as a landmark in American filmmaking.

The strength of the script is amplified by the iconic performances of Robert Redford and Paul Newman, whose chemistry brings energy, charm and precision to the story’s central con. Their collaboration, guided by George Roy Hill’s refined direction, helped turn the film into a cultural phenomenon.

As a screenplay, The Sting stands out as a model of intelligent entertainment—carefully engineered, highly engaging and endlessly influential in the way modern heist and con films are constructed.

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