Take One False Step
1949, English. Directed by Chester Erskine.
Is there a 'Cathy' in your past ?
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Chester ErskineDirector
- William PowellAndrew Gentling
- Shelley WintersCatherine Sykes
- Marsha HuntMartha Wier
- Dorothy HartHelen Gentling
- James GleasonCaptain Gledhill
- Felix BressartProfessor Morris Avrum
- Art BakerHenry Pritchard
- Sheldon LeonardDetective Pacciano
- Howard FreemanDr. Markheim
- Houseley StevensonMontgomery Thatcher
- Paul HarveyMr. Arnspiger
- Francis PierlotDr. Herbert Watson
Details
- Released
- 14 August 1949
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Chester Erskine, Irwin Shaw
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Take One False Step: quick answers
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How long is Take One False Step?
Take One False Step runs 94 minutes (1h 34m).
Does Take One False Step have a post-credits scene?
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Take One False Step parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Take One False Step is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Take One False Step on?
Take One False Step isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 30 October 2026.)
What movies are like Take One False Step?
If you liked Take One False Step, try Time Without Pity, Sherlock: The Abominable Bride, Evil Under the Sun.
Who directed Take One False Step?
Take One False Step (1949) was directed by Chester Erskine and stars William Powell, Shelley Winters, Marsha Hunt.