
Spy Story
1976, English. Directed by Lindsay Shonteff.
A nuclear war specialist returns from a mission gathering data on Soviet communications and electronic warfare techniques in the Arctic Ocean to find that his flat has been broken into and mysteriously re-decorated.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- Lindsay ShonteffDirector
- Michael PetrovitchPatrick Armstrong
- Philip LathamFerdy Foxwell
- Don FellowsColonel Schlegel
- Michael GwynnDawlish
- Tessa WyattSara Shaw
- Derren NesbittColonel Stok
- Nicholas ParsonsBen Toliver
- Bernard KayCommander Wheeler
- John ForgehamSecurity Guard
- Stewart BevanSylvester
- Toby RobinsHelen Schlegel
- Nigel PlaskittMason
Details
- Released
- 1 January 1976
- Country
- United Kingdom
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What Spy Story is based on
Spy Story is based on Spy Story, a 1974 novel by Len Deighton, published by Jonathan Cape.
Novel · 1974
Spy Story
By Len Deighton
Published by Jonathan Cape
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Spy Story: quick answers
Is Spy Story worth watching?
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How long is Spy Story?
Spy Story runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does Spy Story have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Spy Story. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Spy Story parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is Spy Story on?
Spy Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Spy Story?
If you liked Spy Story, try The Courier, The Quiller Memorandum, Cloak and Dagger.
Who directed Spy Story?
Spy Story (1976) was directed by Lindsay Shonteff and stars Michael Petrovitch, Philip Latham, Don Fellows.
What is Spy Story based on?
Spy Story is based on Spy Story, a 1974 novel by Len Deighton, published by Jonathan Cape.