Movie

The Writing on the Wall

★ 3.6(6)19963h 16m

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Good to know

Director: Peter Smith
Release date: 1996-07-21
Runtime: 3h 16m
Language: EN
Status: Released
Country: Germany
Studio: BBC

About The Writing on the Wall

The Writing on the Wall is a 1996 movie in the Thriller and TV Movie genres, directed by Peter Smith, starring Lena Stolze, Bill Paterson and Daniel von Bargen. It has a runtime of 3 hours 16 minutes. It holds an average rating of 3.6/10 from 6 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Writing on the Wall in Sweden — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

When a bomb explodes in a British RAF base in Germany, MI5 terrorist specialist Bull (Bill Paterson) is called in to investigate. However, the further he begins to dig into the secrets behind the terrorism, the more he finds himself immersed in dodgy goings-on in the corridors of power of NATO itself.

Cast

Lena Stolze

Martina

Bill Paterson

Bull

Daniel von Bargen

Rockwell

Herbert Knaup

Lopahkin

William H. Macy

Petrocelli

Lutz Reichert

Ruppert

Hans Martin Stier

Malenkov

Dennis Haysbert

Sullivan

Garry Cooper

Fred

David Gilliam

Branson

Celia Imrie

Kirsty

Malcolm Sinclair

Frobisher

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Writing on the Wall in Sweden?+

The Writing on the Wall is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Sweden. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Writing on the Wall on Netflix?+

The Writing on the Wall is not on Netflix in Sweden right now.

How long is The Writing on the Wall?+

The Writing on the Wall has a runtime of 3 hours 16 minutes (196 minutes).

Who stars in The Writing on the Wall?+

The Writing on the Wall stars Lena Stolze, Bill Paterson, Daniel von Bargen, Herbert Knaup and William H. Macy.

When did The Writing on the Wall come out?+

The Writing on the Wall is a 1996 movie directed by Peter Smith.

What genre is The Writing on the Wall?+

The Writing on the Wall is Thriller and TV Movie film.

Who directed The Writing on the Wall?+

The Writing on the Wall was directed by Peter Smith.