I Was a Communist for the FBI
1951, English. Directed by Gordon Douglas.
I had to sell out my own girl -- so would you!
A fact-based story about a man who posed as an American Communist for years as part of a secret plan to infiltrate their organization.
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 2 May 1951
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Crane Wilbur
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How long is I Was a Communist for the FBI?
I Was a Communist for the FBI runs 83 minutes (1h 23m).
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I Was a Communist for the FBI parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
I Was a Communist for the FBI is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is I Was a Communist for the FBI on?
I Was a Communist for the FBI isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like I Was a Communist for the FBI?
If you liked I Was a Communist for the FBI, try The Good Neighbor, A Dry White Season, Not Without Hope.
Who directed I Was a Communist for the FBI?
I Was a Communist for the FBI (1951) was directed by Gordon Douglas and stars Frank Lovejoy, Dorothy Hart, Philip Carey.