The Secret Agent (1996)

Movie"In Victorian London, a city of spies, one woman is about to be caught in a web of conspiracy and only one man has the power to protect her."
Audience Score
54
The Secret Agent
R 1 hr 35 minNov 8th, 1996Thriller, Drama
In 1880s London, pornographic bookseller Verloc is a double agent for the Russian government, providing information to Chief Inspector Heat about a lazy anarchist organization. In order for the anarchists to be arrested, an act of terrorism must occur. So Verloc decides to set up bombs – which leads to tragedy – not only for himself but also for his family, including wife Winnie and brother-in-law, Stevie.
StarringBob HoskinsPatricia ArquetteJim Broadbent
DirectorChristopher Hampton
WriterChristopher Hampton

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:November 8th, 1996
Original Language:English
Executive Producers:Bob Hoskins
Production Companies:Capitol Films, World Film Music Limited, Fox Searchlight Pictures
Movie Tags:
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