What is The Defector?
The Defector is a film first released in 1966. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1966
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 100 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 19, 1966
- Studios
- Rhein Main, Productions et Éditions Cinématographiques Françaises
- Genres
- Drama, Thriller
- Updated
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Overview
The Defector is a film first released in 1966. Catalogued under Drama, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Rhein Main, Productions et Éditions Cinématographiques Françaises. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A CIA scientist races to secure a microfilm behind the Iron Curtain.”
- Classic Cold War espionage intrigue
- Authentic East German setting
- Directed by Raoul Lévy
- Pacing may feel dated
Watch it if you enjoy vintage Cold War spy thrillers with atmospheric tension.
Suitable for viewers comfortable with classic espionage drama and period tension.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed The Defector?
The film was directed by Belgian filmmaker Raoul Lévy.
What source material is the film based on?
It is based on the 1965 novel L'espion (The Spy) by Paul Thomas.
When was The Defector released in the United States?
It was released on October 20, 1966 in the United States.
What genres describe The Defector?
The film is classified as a drama and thriller.
How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes.
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