Movie

Take One False Step

“Is there a 'Cathy' in your past ?”

★ 5.4(18)19491h 34m

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Good to know

Director: Chester Erskine
Release date: 1949-08-14
Runtime: 1h 34m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal International Pictures

About Take One False Step

Take One False Step is a 1949 movie in the Crime, Drama and Mystery genres, directed by Chester Erskine, starring William Powell, Shelley Winters and Marsha Hunt. It has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.4/10 from 18 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Take One False Step in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Catherine Sykes disappears after a midnight drive with Professor Andrew Gentling . When she's presumed murdered, his friend Martha convinces him that he's a prime suspect and should investigate before he's arrested.

Cast

William Powell

Andrew Gentling

Shelley Winters

Catherine Sykes

Marsha Hunt

Martha Wier

Dorothy Hart

Helen Gentling

James Gleason

Captain Gledhill

Felix Bressart

Professor Morris Avrum

Art Baker

Henry Pritchard

Sheldon Leonard

Detective Pacciano

Howard Freeman

Dr. Markheim

Houseley Stevenson

Montgomery Thatcher

Paul Harvey

Mr. Arnspiger

Francis Pierlot

Dr. Herbert Watson

Themes & keywords

professorprime suspect

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Take One False Step in Mexico?+

Take One False Step is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Take One False Step on Netflix?+

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How long is Take One False Step?+

Take One False Step has a runtime of 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).

Who stars in Take One False Step?+

Take One False Step stars William Powell, Shelley Winters, Marsha Hunt, Dorothy Hart and James Gleason.

When did Take One False Step come out?+

Take One False Step is a 1949 movie directed by Chester Erskine.

What genre is Take One False Step?+

Take One False Step is Crime, Drama, Mystery and Thriller film.

Who directed Take One False Step?+

Take One False Step was directed by Chester Erskine.