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7.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19601h 36mFrance

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.

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

Director

Michel Clément, Umberto Scarpelli

Screenplay & Story

Jean Bruce, Daniel Boulanger, Michel Clément

Director of Photography

Pierre Montazel

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Jean Bruce

Department Leadership Roster

Daniel Boulanger

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".