Solo for Sparrow
“The Newest EDGAR WALLACE Mystery Thiller!”
Synopsis
A group of crooks accidentally kill an elderly shop assistant while stealing the keys to the jewellery shop where she works. When his superiors think that the case is better handed over to Scotland Yard, the local detective inspector, Sparrow, decides to go solo to investigate the crime himself.
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Anthony Newlands
Mr Reynolds
Glyn Houston
Inspector Sparrow
Nadja Regin
Mrs Reynolds
Allan Cuthbertson
Superintendent Symington
Jack May
Inspector Hudson
Murray Melvin
Larkin
Wanda Ventham
Waitress
Michael Caine
Paddy Mooney
William Gaunt
Detective Sergeant Reeve
Eric Dodson
Dr. Wolfson
Michael Coles
Pin Norman
Ken Wayne
Baker
Jerry Stovin
Lewis
Peter Thomas
Bell
Neil McCarthy
Dusty
Susan Maryott
Sue Warren
Nancy O'Neil
Miss Martin
Yvonne Buckingham
Jenny
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gordon Flemyng
- Screenplay & Story
- Roger Marshall
- Original Score
- Bernard Ebbinghouse
- Original Title
- Solo for Sparrow
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 56m
- Production Studios
- Merton Park Studios
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gordon Flemyng
Roger Marshall, Edgar Wallace
Bernard Ebbinghouse
Bert Mason
Robert Jordan Hill
Jack Greenwood
Department Leadership Roster
Gordon Flemyng
Director
Roger Marshall
Screenplay
Jack Greenwood
Producer
Bernard Ebbinghouse
Original Music Composer
Bert Mason
Director of Photography
Robert Jordan Hill
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Solo for Sparrow
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What is Solo for Sparrow about?
A group of crooks accidentally kill an elderly shop assistant while stealing the keys to the jewellery shop where she works. When his superiors think that the case is better handed over to Scotland Yard, the local detective inspector, Sparrow, decides to go solo to investigate the crime himself.
Who directed Solo for Sparrow?
Solo for Sparrow was directed by Gordon Flemyng.
Who stars in Solo for Sparrow?
The principal cast of Solo for Sparrow includes Anthony Newlands, Glyn Houston, Nadja Regin, Allan Cuthbertson, Jack May.
When was Solo for Sparrow released and how long is it?
Solo for Sparrow was released in 1962 with a total runtime of 56m.
Who composed the musical score for Solo for Sparrow?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Solo for Sparrow was composed by Bernard Ebbinghouse.
Is Solo for Sparrow based on a book or true story?
Solo for Sparrow is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Edgar Wallace".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Solo for Sparrow?
Solo for Sparrow holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).