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The Falcon and the Snowman 1985

“They came from the best of families. And they committed the worst of crimes.”

Status
Released
Runtime
132 minutes
Director
John Schlesinger
Networks
Orion Pictures, Hemdale
★ TMDB users: 6.4/10 R ThrillerDramaCrime Released
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What is The Falcon and the Snowman?

The Falcon and the Snowman is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Thriller, Drama, Crime.

Type
Film
Year
1985
Status
Released
Runtime
132 minutes
Release date
Jan 25, 1985
Studios
Orion Pictures, Hemdale
Genres
Thriller, Drama, Crime
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.4/10
Episode runtime
~132 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
Orion Pictures, Hemdale

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Overview

The Falcon and the Snowman is a film first released in 1985. Catalogued under Thriller, Drama, Crime. Produced and broadcast by Orion Pictures, Hemdale. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“Two childhood friends become unlikely walk-in spies for the Soviet Union in this true story.”

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  • based on a true story
  • features compelling thriller and crime elements
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  • limited plot details available in the provided text

Watch it if you enjoy true-story crime and thriller dramas.

The film carries an R rating and explores a dark, criminal true-story premise.

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What is the release year of The Falcon and the Snowman?

The film was released in 1985.

What genre is the film classified as?

It is classified under thriller, drama, and crime.

Is the film based on a true story?

Yes, it is based on a true story.

Who are the main figures in the story?

The story follows a disillusioned military contractor employee and his drug pusher childhood friend.

Who do the characters become spies for?

They become walk-in spies for the Soviet Union.

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