The Fallen Sparrow
No woman was going to play him for a sucker!
1943 · 1h 34m · Approved
Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Directed by
Richard Wallace
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The Fallen Sparrow
Overview
Imprisoned during the Spanish Civil War, John "Kit" McKittrick is released when a New York City policeman pulls some strings. Upon returning to America, McKittrick hears that a friend has committed suicide, and he begins to smell a rat. During his investigation, McKittrick questions three beautiful women, one of whom has a tie to his refugee past. Pursued by Nazi operatives, McKittrick learns of the death of another friend, and begins to suspect the dark Dr. Skaas.
Director and cast
- Richard Wallace Director
- John Garfield as John 'Kit' McKittrick
- Maureen O'Hara as Toni Donne
- Walter Slezak as Dr. Christian Skaas
- Patricia Morison as Barby Taviton
- Martha O'Driscoll as Whitney 'The Imp' Parker
- Bruce Edwards as Ab Parker
- John Banner as Anton
- John Miljan as Inspector 'Toby' Tobin
- Hugh Beaumont as Otto Skaas
- Jack Carr as Danny, Cab Driver (uncredited)
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