

Danger in the Middle East
Le Bal des espions
Synopsis
A criminal making plans to pull off one big score before he retires, comes into possession of secret papers worth a fortune, but dies while attempting the hit. His wife takes those papers for herself, while discovering there are rival criminals, a powerful organization and a sleazy blackmailer.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Françoise Arnoul
Olivia
Rosanna Schiaffino
Flora
Michel Piccoli
Brian Cannon
François Patrice
Olivia's brother
Claude Cerval
Zarkho Solin
Charles Regnier
Ernst Schenker
Dina Perbellini
Daniel Emilfork
Philippe Richard
Marion Chéry
Maria Grazia Buccella
Walter Santesso
Andrea Petricca
Ignazio Balsamo
Guy Neyrand
François Maistre
Lutz Gabor
Yves Furet
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michel Clément, Umberto Scarpelli
- Screenplay & Story
- Jean Bruce, Daniel Boulanger, Michel Clément
- Original Title
- Le Bal des espions
- Country of Origin
- France
- Spoken Languages
- French
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michel Clément, Umberto Scarpelli
Jean Bruce, Daniel Boulanger, Michel Clément
Pierre Montazel
Department Leadership Roster
Daniel Boulanger
Writer
Michel Clément
Writer
Pierre Montazel
Director of Photography
Michel Clément
Director
Umberto Scarpelli
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Danger in the Middle East
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Danger in the Middle East about?
A criminal making plans to pull off one big score before he retires, comes into possession of secret papers worth a fortune, but dies while attempting the hit. His wife takes those papers for herself, while discovering there are rival criminals, a powerful organization and a sleazy blackmailer.
Who directed Danger in the Middle East?
Danger in the Middle East was directed by Michel Clément, Umberto Scarpelli.
Who stars in Danger in the Middle East?
The principal cast of Danger in the Middle East includes Françoise Arnoul, Rosanna Schiaffino, Michel Piccoli, François Patrice, Claude Cerval.
When was Danger in the Middle East released and how long is it?
Danger in the Middle East was released in 1960 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.
Is Danger in the Middle East based on a book or true story?
Danger in the Middle East is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Jean Bruce".
