Movie

The Impossible Spy

★ 5.9(8)19871h 36m

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Director: Jim Goddard
Release date: 1987-11-28
Runtime: 1h 36m
Language: EN
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: BBC

About The Impossible Spy

The Impossible Spy is a 1987 movie in the Drama and Thriller genres, directed by Jim Goddard, starring John Shea, Eli Wallach and Sasson Gabai. It has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes. It holds an average rating of 5.9/10 from 8 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Impossible Spy in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

This is the true story of an Israeli civilian who was recruited into Israel's Secret Intelligence Agency to become a spy in Damascus, where he spent years infiltrating the Syrian political establishment. Israel's national hero, Eli Cohen, successfully entered the upper echelons of the Syrian government as a double-agent. The secrets he obtained became crucial in Israel's victory in the 1967 Six Day War.

Cast

John Shea

Eli Cohen

Eli Wallach

Yacov

Sasson Gabai

General Haled

Michal Bat-Adam

Nadia Cohen

Rami Danon

Amram

Chaim Jeraffi

Salloum

Anat Barzilai

Galela

Yossi Kenan

Nassim

Judith Milo

Madame Massim

Victor Kamar

Major Massim

Fahami Shishtawi

Syrian Border Captain

Shlomo Sadan

Syrian Colonel

Themes & keywords

damascusbased on true storyintelligence agency

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Impossible Spy in Mexico?+

The Impossible Spy is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Impossible Spy on Netflix?+

The Impossible Spy is not on Netflix in Mexico right now.

How long is The Impossible Spy?+

The Impossible Spy has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

Who stars in The Impossible Spy?+

The Impossible Spy stars John Shea, Eli Wallach, Sasson Gabai, Michal Bat-Adam and Rami Danon.

When did The Impossible Spy come out?+

The Impossible Spy is a 1987 movie directed by Jim Goddard.

What genre is The Impossible Spy?+

The Impossible Spy is Drama and Thriller film.

Who directed The Impossible Spy?+

The Impossible Spy was directed by Jim Goddard.