Movie

The Secret War of Harry Frigg

“It's not who you con. It's how you do it.”

★ 6.2(42)19681h 50m

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Good to know

Director: Jack Smight
Release date: 1968-02-29
Runtime: 1h 50m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal Pictures

About The Secret War of Harry Frigg

The Secret War of Harry Frigg is a 1968 movie in the Comedy and War genres, directed by Jack Smight, starring Paul Newman, Sylva Koscina and Andrew Duggan. It has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.2/10 from 42 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Secret War of Harry Frigg in Switzerland — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When 5 allied generals are captured in Italy in WWII, it is a propaganda nightmare for the allies. The generals are all 1 star and refuse to take orders from each other in order to plan an escape. Harry Frigg is a private who has escaped from the guard house dozens of times. He is promoted to Major General and ordered to get the generals out once he is captured. Harry is willing to escape, but then he meets the countess...

Cast

Paul Newman

Pvt. Harry Frigg

Sylva Koscina

Countess Francesca De Montefiore

Andrew Duggan

Gen. Newton Armstrong

Tom Bosley

Gen. Roscoe Pennypacker

John Williams

Gen. Francis Mayhew

Charles Gray

Gen. Adrian Cox-Roberts

Vito Scotti

Col. Enrico Ferrucci

Jacques Roux

Gen. Andre Rochambeau

Werner Peters

Maj. von Steignitz

James Gregory

Gen. Homer Prentiss

Fabrizio Mioni

Lt. Rossano

Johnny Haymer

Sgt. Pozzallo

Themes & keywords

villaitalyworld war iiprisoner of warcountess

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Secret War of Harry Frigg in Switzerland?+

The Secret War of Harry Frigg is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Switzerland. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Secret War of Harry Frigg on Netflix?+

The Secret War of Harry Frigg is not on Netflix in Switzerland right now.

How long is The Secret War of Harry Frigg?+

The Secret War of Harry Frigg has a runtime of 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

Who stars in The Secret War of Harry Frigg?+

The Secret War of Harry Frigg stars Paul Newman, Sylva Koscina, Andrew Duggan, Tom Bosley and John Williams.

When did The Secret War of Harry Frigg come out?+

The Secret War of Harry Frigg is a 1968 movie directed by Jack Smight.

What genre is The Secret War of Harry Frigg?+

The Secret War of Harry Frigg is Comedy and War film.

Who directed The Secret War of Harry Frigg?+

The Secret War of Harry Frigg was directed by Jack Smight.