The Maltese Falcon

Name: The Maltese Falcon
Director: John Huston
Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Crime
Released: 1941
Duration: 100 min

1h 40m · 1941 · Directed by John Huston · 3.9 / 5 on Letterboxd

The Maltese Falcon (1941) runs 1h 40m, directed by John Huston. It is one of 3,647 films in the 100 Minute Movies catalog — every one rated 3.0 or higher by Letterboxd members and short enough to finish in an evening.

A private detective takes on a case that involves him with three eccentric criminals, a beautiful liar, and their quest for a priceless statuette.

Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime

Where to watch: HBO Max (US, checked 9 July 2026)

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