Spy for a Day
Synopsis
During World War I, a British farmer is abducted by the Germans to take the place of a spy about to be executed whom he closely resembles.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Douglas Wakefield
Sam Gates
Paddy Browne
Martha Clowes
Jack Allen
Captain Bradshaw
Albert Lieven
Captain Hausemann
Nicholas Hannen
Colonel Pemberton
Gibb McLaughlin
Colonel Ludwig
Allan Jeayes
Colonel Roberts
Alf Goddard
Sergeant Bryan
George Hayes
Corporal Boehme
Eliot Makeham
Trufit
Hay Petrie
Britt
O.B. Clarence
Medical Officer
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mario Zampi
- Screenplay & Story
- Ralph Block, Hans Wilhelm, Anatole de Grunwald, Emeric Pressburger
- Original Title
- Spy for a Day
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 11m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mario Zampi
Ralph Block, Hans Wilhelm, Anatole de Grunwald, Emeric Pressburger
David Lean
Mario Zampi
Department Leadership Roster
Mario Zampi
Director
David Lean
Editor
Mario Zampi
Producer
Ralph Block
Writer
Hans Wilhelm
Writer
Anatole de Grunwald
Writer
Emeric Pressburger
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spy for a Day
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Spy for a Day about?
During World War I, a British farmer is abducted by the Germans to take the place of a spy about to be executed whom he closely resembles.
Who directed Spy for a Day?
Spy for a Day was directed by Mario Zampi.
Who stars in Spy for a Day?
The principal cast of Spy for a Day includes Douglas Wakefield, Paddy Browne, Jack Allen, Albert Lieven, Nicholas Hannen.
When was Spy for a Day released and how long is it?
Spy for a Day was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 1h 11m.