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The Falcon and the Snowman

Seen it?

1985 | 132 min | Thriller, Drama, Crime

Sunday Safe Betearly rating

Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

It earned strong reviews (83% on Rotten Tomatoes), though it had almost no lasting buzz and a lukewarm 6.4 out of 10 from audiences. A safe bet when you want something reliable.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for crime-drama fans and anyone who likes to be kept guessing. If you loved Bridge of Spies or Clear and Present Danger, start here. Critics rate it higher than audiences do, so it rewards patience more than it chases thrills.
The mood
Tense, dark and gritty.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 12 min.
What might put you off
  • Rated R: meant for adults.
  • Audiences were cooler on it than critics.

The true story of a disillusioned military contractor employee and his drug pusher childhood friend who became walk-in spies for the Soviet Union.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    83% on Rotten Tomatoes, 68 on Metacritic

  • AudiencesBelow par

    6.4 out of 10

  • AwardsNot counted

    No major awards or nominations

  • Box office & staying powerBelow par

    $17 million worldwide on a $12 million budget

  • Buzz & cultural impactWeak

    Not enough engagement data yet

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Cast & crew

Directed by John Schlesinger

  • Timothy HuttonChristopher Boyce
  • Sean PennDaulton Lee
  • Pat HingleMr. Charlie Boyce
  • Joyce Van PattenMrs. Boyce
  • Art CamachoBoyce Child
  • Richard DysartDr. Lee
  • Priscilla PointerMrs. Lee
  • Chris MakepeaceDavid Lee
  • Dorian HarewoodGene
  • Macon McCalmanLarry Rogers