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The Spy Who Came In from the Cold
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The Spy Who Came In from the Cold

1965-12-16 · 112 min · ★ 7.1

Drama · Thriller

British agent Alec Leamas refuses to come in from the Cold War during the 1960s, choosing to face another mission, which may prove to be his final one.

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Directors
Martin Ritt
Production companies
Salem Films Limited
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Richard BurtonRichard BurtonAlec Leamas
Claire BloomClaire BloomNancy 'Nan' Perry
Oskar WernerOskar WernerFiedler
Sam WanamakerSam WanamakerPeters
George VoskovecGeorge VoskovecComrade Karden - Defense Attorney
Rupert DaviesRupert DaviesGeorge Smiley
Cyril CusackCyril CusackControl
Peter van EyckPeter van EyckHans-Dieter Mundt
Michael HordernMichael HordernAshe
Robert HardyRobert HardyDick Carlton
Bernard LeeBernard LeePatmore
Beatrix LehmannBeatrix LehmannTribunal President
Esmond KnightEsmond KnightOld Judge
Tom SternTom SternCIA Agent
Niall MacGinnisNiall MacGinnisCheckpoint Charlie Guard
Scot FinchGerman Guide
Anne BlakeAnne BlakeMiss Crail
George MikellGeorge MikellCheckpoint Charlie Guard
Richard MarnerRichard MarnerVopo Captain
Warren MitchellWarren MitchellMr. Zanfrello

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