Spies
Spione
“Fritz Lang’s Espionage Epic!”
Synopsis
The mastermind behind a ubiquitous spy operation learns of a dangerous romance between a Russian lady in his employ and a dashing agent from the government's secret service.
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Spies (1928) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-06-22
Top Cast
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Rudolf Klein-Rogge
Haghi
Gerda Maurus
Sonya Baranilkowa
Lien Deyers
Kitty
Louis Ralph
Hans Morrier
Willy Fritsch
No. 326
Paul Hörbiger
Franz, Chauffeur von "No. 326"
Fritz Rasp
Col. Jellusic - Ivan Stepanov
Craighall Sherry
Burton Jason / Miles Jason
Hertha von Walther
Lady Leslane
Lupu Pick
Dr. Masimoto
Julius Falkenstein
Hotelmanager (uncredited)
Heinrich Gotho
Policeman at the end (uncredited)
Georg John
Zugführer (uncredited)
Paul Rehkopf
Strolch (uncredited)
Hermann Vallentin
(uncredited)
Grete Berger
(uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 4, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fritz Lang
- Screenplay & Story
- Thea von Harbou
- Original Score
- Werner R. Heymann
- Original Title
- Spione
- Country of Origin
- Germany
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 2h 25m
- Production Studios
- UFA, Fritz Lang-Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fritz Lang
Thea von Harbou, Fritz Lang
Werner R. Heymann
Fritz Arno Wagner
Erich Pommer
Department Leadership Roster
Fritz Lang
Director
Erich Pommer
Producer
Thea von Harbou
Screenplay
Fritz Arno Wagner
Director of Photography
Fritz Lang
Writer
Werner R. Heymann
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Spies
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Spies about?
The mastermind behind a ubiquitous spy operation learns of a dangerous romance between a Russian lady in his employ and a dashing agent from the government's secret service.
Who directed Spies?
Spies was directed by Fritz Lang.
Who stars in Spies?
The principal cast of Spies includes Rudolf Klein-Rogge, Gerda Maurus, Lien Deyers, Louis Ralph, Willy Fritsch.
When was Spies released and how long is it?
Spies was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 2h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Spies?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Spies was composed by Werner R. Heymann.
Is Spies based on a book or true story?
Spies is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Thea von Harbou".