The Spy Who Came In from the Cold

"Brace yourself for greatness."

Dec 16 1965 Approved 1h 52m
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.

Plot

Alec Leamas (Richard Burton), a British spy, is sent to East Germany, supposedly to defect, but in fact to sow disinformation. As more plot turns appear, Leamas becomes more convinced that his own people see him as just a cog. His struggle back from dehumanization becomes the final focus of the story.

Written by

John le Carré, Paul Dehn, Guy Trosper

Directed by

Martin Ritt

Cast

Richard Burton, Oskar Werner, Claire Bloom

Crew

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Production Countries

United Kingdom

Production Companies

Salem Films Limited

Languages

English, Nederlands

Awards

Nominated for 2 Oscars. 10 wins & 5 nominations total

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Featurettes
John le Carré - Where Alec Leamas Came From - The Spy Who Came in From the Cold
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