The Return of Mr. Moto
The Return of Mr. Moto

The Return of Mr. Moto

1965Movie71 minEnglish

Mr. Moto goes undercover to find out who has been blowing up oil wells and trying to gain total control of all the oil leases from a petroleum-rich Middle Eastern country.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Ernest BornemannGenres: Action, Crime, Mystery

Plot Summary

A series of seemingly unrelated deaths plague the international intelligence community, all linked by the involvement of a shadowy organization known only as 'The Triangle'. The cunning Mr. Moto is called upon to infiltrate their ranks and uncover their nefarious plans before they can destabilize global security. He must navigate a treacherous world of espionage, double-crosses, and deadly assassins to bring The Triangle to justice. The investigation leads him on a globe-trotting adventure filled with suspense and peril.

Critical Reception

The Return of Mr. Moto is a lesser-known entry in the espionage genre, often overshadowed by more prominent spy films of the era. While it attempts to capture the intrigue of its predecessors, it received a mixed reception, with critics noting its convoluted plot and uneven pacing. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the pulpy mystery elements while others found it to be a forgettable thriller.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film struggles with a confusing narrative that hinders immersion.
  • Howard Marion Crawford's portrayal of Mr. Moto lacks the charisma of previous iterations.
  • While visually stylized, the action sequences are often uninspired.

Google audience: Google users' reviews are scarce for this film, with no clear consensus emerging on its merits or drawbacks. Those who have commented appear divided, with some finding it an enjoyable, if dated, spy caper, while others express disappointment with its execution.

Fun Fact

The film is notable for being one of the few Mr. Moto films not to star Peter Lorre in the titular role, with Howard Marion Crawford taking over.

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CinemaSerf

Right from the start I thought it was a young Jack Palance in the title role. It took me ages to realise it was Henry Silva who'd picked up the mantle investigating just who was up to no good in the oil-rich Middle East. The Foreign Office ...