Search for Danger(1949)
Madman or murderer?
The murders of a suspected thief and a rival private eye draw the attention of The Falcon.
Movie: Search for Danger
Top 10 Billed Cast
Michael 'The Falcon' Waring
Kirk
Wilma Rogers
Gregory
The Inspector
Mr. Perry
Lt. Cooper
Larry Andrews
Morris Jason
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Overview
The murders of a suspected thief and a rival private eye draw the attention of The Falcon.
Release Date
1949-04-15
Average
7
Rating:
3.5 startsTagline
Madman or murderer?
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Languages:
English
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