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The Maltese Falcon

1941 · 1h 40m · Released

PG Mystery, Crime, Thriller

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

7.7 The Movie Database
Read the book by Dashiell Hammett

Where to stream The Maltese Falcon

Not on a subscription service in the United States yet. Rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand.

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Trailers and promos

4K Trailer
Original Theatrical Trailer
80th Anniversary Spot
TCM Big Screen Classics Spot
Sam Spade is Caught in the Middle of Two Murders | The Maltese Falcon (1941) | TCM
Humphrey Bogart Sets the Record Straight | The Maltese Falcon | TCM
Full Movie Preview
BFI Trailer

Top cast and crew

John Huston Director
Humphrey Bogart Samuel Spade
Mary Astor Brigid O'Shaughnessy
Gladys George Iva Archer
Peter Lorre Joel Cairo
Barton MacLane Lt. of Detectives Dundy
Lee Patrick Effie Perine
Sydney Greenstreet Kasper Gutman
Ward Bond Detective Tom Polhaus
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Frequently asked questions about The Maltese Falcon

Where can I watch The Maltese Falcon in the United States?

The Maltese Falcon is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

What are the ratings for The Maltese Falcon?

The Maltese Falcon scores 7.7 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in The Maltese Falcon?

The Maltese Falcon stars Humphrey Bogart, Mary Astor, Gladys George, Peter Lorre, and Barton MacLane. John Huston is the director.

How long is The Maltese Falcon?

The Maltese Falcon runs 1h 40m (100 minutes).

When did The Maltese Falcon come out?

The Maltese Falcon was released on October 18, 1941.

Which studio made The Maltese Falcon?

The Maltese Falcon was produced by Warner Bros. Pictures in the United States.

What was the budget for The Maltese Falcon?

The Maltese Falcon was made on a budget of $375,000.

How much did The Maltese Falcon make at the box office?

The Maltese Falcon grossed $1,772,000 worldwide, against a budget of $375,000.

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