The Maltese Falcon

The Maltese Falcon

7.7IMDb Score
Released:1941-10-18
Duration:100 min
Director:John Huston
Actors:Humphrey Bogart, Mary Astor, Gladys George, Peter Lorre, Barton MacLane
Production:Warner Bros. Pictures

Overview:

A private detective takes on a case that involves him with three eccentric criminals, a beautiful liar, and their quest for a priceless statuette.

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