The Falcon Strikes Back
“LIKE A BOLT OF DEADLY LIGHTNING”
Synopsis
The Falcon is framed for the murder of a banker and the theft of war bonds. He makes his escape into the mountains where he hides out in a rustic lodge. From here he uncovers a phony war bond operation.
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Top Cast
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Tom Conway
Tom Lawrence
Harriet Nelson
Gwynne Gregory (as Harriet Hilliard)
Jane Randolph
Marcia Brooks
Edgar Kennedy
Smiley Dugan
Cliff Edwards
Goldie Locke
Rita Corday
Mia Bruger
Erford Gage
Rickey Davis
Wynne Gibson
Geraldine H. Lipton
André Charlot
Bruno Steffen (as Andre Charlot)
Richard Loo
Jerry
Cliff Clark
Inspector Timothy Donovan
Edward Gargan
Detective Bates
The Velma Dawson Puppets
Group Performers
Olin Howland
Sheriff (uncredited)
Frank Faylen
Cecil, a Hobo (uncredited)
Jack Norton
Second Hobo (uncredited)
Byron Foulger
Argyle, Hotel Desk Clark (uncredited)
George Lloyd
Brannigan (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 1, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Dmytryk
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Dein, Gerald Geraghty
- Original Score
- Roy Webb
- Original Title
- The Falcon Strikes Back
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 6m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Dmytryk
Edward Dein, Gerald Geraghty, Michael Arlen, Stuart Palmer
Roy Webb
Jack MacKenzie
George Crone
Maurice Geraghty
Department Leadership Roster
Edward Dmytryk
Director
Edward Dein
Screenplay
Gerald Geraghty
Screenplay
Roy Webb
Original Music Composer
Jack MacKenzie
Director of Photography
George Crone
Editor
Maurice Geraghty
Producer
Renié
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Falcon Strikes Back
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Falcon Strikes Back about?
The Falcon is framed for the murder of a banker and the theft of war bonds. He makes his escape into the mountains where he hides out in a rustic lodge. From here he uncovers a phony war bond operation.
Who directed The Falcon Strikes Back?
The Falcon Strikes Back was directed by Edward Dmytryk.
Who stars in The Falcon Strikes Back?
The principal cast of The Falcon Strikes Back includes Tom Conway, Harriet Nelson, Jane Randolph, Edgar Kennedy, Cliff Edwards.
When was The Falcon Strikes Back released and how long is it?
The Falcon Strikes Back was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 1h 6m.
Who composed the musical score for The Falcon Strikes Back?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Falcon Strikes Back was composed by Roy Webb.
Is The Falcon Strikes Back based on a book or true story?
The Falcon Strikes Back is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Michael Arlen".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Falcon Strikes Back?
The Falcon Strikes Back holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).