The Impossible Spy(1987)
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.
Directed by Jim Goddard
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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
Jacques Cohen
Assan (as Jack Cohen)
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When did The Impossible Spy come out?+
The Impossible Spy was released in 1987.
How long is The Impossible Spy?+
The Impossible Spy runs for 96 minutes (1 hour and 36 minutes).
Who directed The Impossible Spy?+
The Impossible Spy was directed by Jim Goddard.
Who stars in The Impossible Spy?+
The Impossible Spy stars John Shea, Eli Wallach, Sasson Gabai, Michal Bat-Adam and Rami Danon.
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