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One False Move

  • 19921992
  • RR
  • 1h 45m
IMDb RATING
7.1/10
12K
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One False Move (1992)
Official Trailer
Play trailer1:25
1 Video
39 Photos
  • Crime
  • Drama
  • Thriller

A small town police chief awaits the arrival of a gang of killers.A small town police chief awaits the arrival of a gang of killers.A small town police chief awaits the arrival of a gang of killers.

IMDb RATING
7.1/10
12K
YOUR RATING
  • Director
    • Carl Franklin
  • Writers
    • Billy Bob Thornton
    • Tom Epperson
  • Stars
    • Bill Paxton
    • Billy Bob Thornton
    • Cynda Williams
Top credits
  • Director
    • Carl Franklin
  • Writers
    • Billy Bob Thornton
    • Tom Epperson
  • Stars
    • Bill Paxton
    • Billy Bob Thornton
    • Cynda Williams
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 88User reviews
    • 43Critic reviews
    • 87Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 8 wins & 8 nominations

    Videos1

    One False Move
    Trailer 1:25
    One False Move

    Photos39

    Billy Bob Thornton and Cynda Williams in One False Move (1992)
    Bill Paxton in One False Move (1992)
    Billy Bob Thornton in One False Move (1992)
    One False Move (1992)
    One False Move (1992)
    One False Move (1992)
    One False Move (1992)
    One False Move (1992)
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    Top cast

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    Bill Paxton
    Bill Paxton
    • Dale 'Hurricane' Dixonas Dale 'Hurricane' Dixon
    Billy Bob Thornton
    Billy Bob Thornton
    • Ray Malcolmas Ray Malcolm
    Cynda Williams
    Cynda Williams
    • Fantasiaas Fantasia…
    Michael Beach
    Michael Beach
    • Plutoas Pluto
    Jim Metzler
    Jim Metzler
    • Dud Coleas Dud Cole
    Earl Billings
    Earl Billings
    • McFeelyas McFeely
    Natalie Canerday
    Natalie Canerday
    • Cheryl Annas Cheryl Ann
    Robert Ginnaven
    Robert Ginnaven
    • Charlieas Charlie
    Robert Anthony Bell
    • Byronas Byron
    Kevin Hunter
    Kevin Hunter
    • Ronnieas Ronnie
    Phyllis Kirklin
    • Mrs. Walkeras Mrs. Walker
    Meredith 'Jeta' Donovan
    • Bonnieas Bonnie
    Jimmy Bridges
    Jimmy Bridges
    • Bobbyas Bobby
    • (as James D. Bridges)
    Phyllis Sutton
    • Jackieas Jackie
    Derrick Williams
    Derrick Williams
    • Darrenas Darren
    June Jones
    • Danielleas Danielle
    Loren Tyler
    • Marcoas Marco
    Deniese Payne
    • Marco's Wifeas Marco's Wife
    • Director
      • Carl Franklin
    • Writers
      • Billy Bob Thornton
      • Tom Epperson
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    Storyline

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    In Los Angeles, after a violent drug rip-off, the Los Angeles Police Department detectives find the identity of the trio - the sadistic I.Q. of 150 and college graduate Lenny "Pluto" Franklyn; his not so bright buddy in San Quentin Ray Malcolm; and his girlfriend Fantasia. Their further investigation indicates that the criminals are fleeing to Star City, Arkanas, and LAPD detective Dud Cole and his partner John McFeely contact the local Chief of Police Dale 'Hurricane' Dixon and they head to the little town. The yokel family man Dale, who is used to resolve domestic issues, is fascinated with the chance to participate of a manhunt and befriends the two detectives. But when he sees the picture of Fantasia, he recognizes her as Lila Walker and is haunted by his past, hiding a secret about Lila Walker. —Anonymous
    • gang of killers
    • small town police chief
    • police chief
    • three word title
    • cocaine noir
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    • Plot summary
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    • Taglines
      • There was no crime in Star City, Arkansas. No murder. And no fear. Until now.
    • Genres
      • Crime
      • Drama
      • Thriller
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for strong violence and language, and for drug content
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Billy Bob Thornton and Cynda Williams got married after filming was completed. They were divorced before the film was released two years later.
    • Goofs
      When Fantasia is shot in the head, the "bullet hole" can be seen a fraction of a second before the shot is heard.
    • Quotes

      Dale 'Hurricane' Dixon: Lila, even if I wanted to, I can't help you.

      [pauses]

      Dale 'Hurricane' Dixon: I don't have the legal authority.

      Fantasia - Lila: You didn't have the legal authority to fuck me when I was 17 years old... but that didn't stop you, did it?

    • Connections
      Featured in At the Movies: Folks!/K2/One False Move/Poison Ivy/Leaving Normal (1992)
    • Soundtracks
      Don't Walk Away from Love
      Performed by Brenda Sutton

      Written and Produced by Michael Sutton (as Michael) and Brenda Sutton

      © 1991 Mibren Music (ASCAP) and Illegal Film Music (ASCAP)

    User reviews88

    Review
    Top review
    9/10
    Still on my mind
    I watched this film in 1991 and I still think about it frequently. It has become a standard to compare other films. The violence at the beginning made me uncomfortable, and I almost turned it off. I am glad that I didn't, because I would have missed one of the best films of the decade. The movie's pace and tone are perfectly natural - not artificial in any way. I like the scene in the diner best. The two LA cops are joking with each other about the backward local sheriff (Paxton), and they didn't know he was standing there. The awkwardness of the moment encapsulated the film.

    I think One False Move, Fargo, and The Sweet Herafter are a great trilogy of movie making at its best. All set in small - real towns with real people.
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    • Dec 27, 1999

    Details

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    • Release date
      • May 8, 1992 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Hurricane
    • Filming locations
      • Cotton Plant, Arkansas, USA
    • Production company
      • IRS Media
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $1,543,112
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $44,545
      • May 10, 1992
    • Gross worldwide
      • $1,543,112
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 45 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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