The Falcon Takes Over
“MYSTERY that you'll laugh at...when -- The Falcon TAKES OVER”
Synopsis
While an escaped convict, Moose Malloy, goes in search of his ex-girlfriend Velma, police inspector Michael O'Hara attempts to track him assuming him to be a prime suspect for a number of mishaps.
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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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The Falcon In Danger (Preview Clip)
Type: Clip • Published 2011-10-18
Top Cast
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George Sanders
Gay Lawrence
Lynn Bari
Ann Riordan
James Gleason
Inspector Mike O'Hara
Allen Jenkins
Jonathan 'Goldy' Locke
Helen Gilbert
Diana Kenyon
Ward Bond
Moose Malloy (Uncredited)
Anne Revere
Jessie Florian (Uncredited)
Turhan Bey
Jules Amthor (Uncredited)
Hans Conried
Quincey W. Marriot (Uncredited)
George Cleveland
Jerry (Uncredited)
Edward Gargan
Detective Bates (Uncredited)
Harry Shannon
Detective Grimes (Uncredited)
Selmer Jackson
Laird Burnett (Uncredited)
William Alland
Reporter (Uncredited)
Roxanne Barkley
Hat Check Girl (Uncredited)
Fred Carpenter
Newsboy (Uncredited)
Kernan Cripps
Doorman (Uncredited)
Eddie Dew
Reporter (Uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 29, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Irving Reis
- Screenplay & Story
- Raymond Chandler, Frank Fenton, Lynn Root, Michael Arlen
- Original Score
- Roy Webb
- Original Title
- The Falcon Takes Over
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Irving Reis
Raymond Chandler, Frank Fenton, Lynn Root, Michael Arlen
Roy Webb
George Robinson
Harry Marker
Howard Benedict, J.R. McDonough
Department Leadership Roster
Harry Marker
Editor
Howard Benedict
Producer
Frank Fenton
Writer
Lynn Root
Writer
George Robinson
Director of Photography
Irving Reis
Director
Roy Webb
Original Music Composer
Renié
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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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 Takes Over
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Falcon Takes Over about?
While an escaped convict, Moose Malloy, goes in search of his ex-girlfriend Velma, police inspector Michael O'Hara attempts to track him assuming him to be a prime suspect for a number of mishaps.
Who directed The Falcon Takes Over?
The Falcon Takes Over was directed by Irving Reis.
Who stars in The Falcon Takes Over?
The principal cast of The Falcon Takes Over includes George Sanders, Lynn Bari, James Gleason, Allen Jenkins, Helen Gilbert.
When was The Falcon Takes Over released and how long is it?
The Falcon Takes Over was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for The Falcon Takes Over?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Falcon Takes Over was composed by Roy Webb.
Is The Falcon Takes Over based on a book or true story?
The Falcon Takes Over is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Raymond Chandler", Characters: "Michael Arlen".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Falcon Takes Over?
The Falcon Takes Over holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).