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The Falcon and the Snowman (1985)

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

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

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Cast & Crew

Director
John Schlesinger
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    Christopher Boyce Timothy Hutton
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    Daulton Lee Sean Penn
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    Mr. Charlie Boyce Pat Hingle
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    Mrs. Boyce Joyce Van Patten
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    Boyce Child Art Camacho
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    Dr. Lee Richard Dysart
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    Mrs. Lee Priscilla Pointer
  • Profile picture of Chris Makepeace
    David Lee Chris Makepeace

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