
The Long Shadow
Synopsis
Set in post WW II-Vienna this British spy adventure centers on an international effort to thwart the communists that is led by an American newspaper journalist trying to save the two innocents from certain death.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →John Crawford
Kelly
Susan Hampshire
Gunilla
Willoughby Goddard
Schober
Humphrey Lestocq
Bannister
Rory O'Brine
Ruchi Korbanyi
Anne Castaldini
Magda
Margaret Robertson
Mother
Bill Nagy
Garity
Lily Kann
Old Lady
Gisela Birke
Lisel
Ken Buckle
Kurt
Jan Conrad
Cernik
Andre Mikhelson
Feredi
Hana Maria Pravda
Matron
Sean Sullivan
Burgen
Larry Taylor
Heinz
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 12, 1962
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Maxwell
- Screenplay & Story
- Paddy Manning O'Brine
- Original Score
- Bill McGuffie
- Original Title
- The Long Shadow
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 4m
- Production Studios
- Argo Film Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Maxwell
Paddy Manning O'Brine
Bill McGuffie
Norman Warwick
Allan Morrison
Jack O. Lamont, John Pellatt
Department Leadership Roster
Paddy Manning O'Brine
Writer
Peter Maxwell
Director
John Pellatt
Producer
Norman Warwick
Director of Photography
Allan Morrison
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Long Shadow.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Long Shadow
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Long Shadow about?
Set in post WW II-Vienna this British spy adventure centers on an international effort to thwart the communists that is led by an American newspaper journalist trying to save the two innocents from certain death.
Who directed The Long Shadow?
The Long Shadow was directed by Peter Maxwell.
Who stars in The Long Shadow?
The principal cast of The Long Shadow includes John Crawford, Susan Hampshire, Willoughby Goddard, Humphrey Lestocq, Rory O'Brine.
When was The Long Shadow released and how long is it?
The Long Shadow was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 4m.
Who composed the musical score for The Long Shadow?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Long Shadow was composed by Bill McGuffie.
