Solo for Sparrow (1962): cast, story & where to watch
1962 · Film
Released in 1962, Solo for Sparrow is a crime film directed by Gordon Flemyng, running about 56 minutes. “The Newest EDGAR WALLACE Mystery Thiller!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A group of crooks accidentally kill an elderly shop assistant while stealing the keys to the jewellery shop where she works. When his superiors think that the case is better handed over to Scotland Yard, the local detective inspector, Sparrow, decides to go solo to investigate the crime himself.
Who’s in it. Solo for Sparrow stars Anthony Newlands as Mr Reynolds, Glyn Houston as Inspector Sparrow, Nadja Regin as Mrs Reynolds and Allan Cuthbertson as Superintendent Symington, among others.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Solo for Sparrow page.
If you liked it. Fans of Solo for Sparrow tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Solo for Sparrow (1962)?
- In GB, Solo for Sparrow is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Solo for Sparrow?
- Solo for Sparrow stars Anthony Newlands, Glyn Houston, Nadja Regin, Allan Cuthbertson and Jack May.
- When was Solo for Sparrow released?
- Solo for Sparrow was released in 1962, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.