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The Looking Glass War 1970

★ 5.531 votes108 min📅 1970-01-02

""Why do we listen to them? Why do we fight their wars for them?""

Frank Pierson's gripping 1970 thriller, The Looking Glass War, sets the stage for a tense cat-and-mouse game between local intelligence operatives and a Polish sailor who jumps ship in Britain.

Director: Frank Pierson

Cast

Christopher Jones
Christopher Jones
Leiser
Pia Degermark
Pia Degermark
The Girl
Ralph Richardson
Ralph Richardson
LeClerc
Anthony Hopkins
Anthony Hopkins
John Avery
Paul Rogers
Paul Rogers
Haldane
Susan George
Susan George
Susan
Ray McAnally
Ray McAnally
Undersecretary of State
Robert Urquhart
Robert Urquhart
Johnson
Vivian Pickles
Vivian Pickles
Mrs. King
Anna Massey
Anna Massey
Avery's Wife

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Looking Glass War (1970) about?

The film follows a Polish sailor who jumps ship in Britain and is recruited to infiltrate a missile installation outside of East Berlin, posing as a Polish sailor.

Who directed The Looking Glass War?

The film was directed by Frank Pierson.

Who stars in The Looking Glass War?

The movie features a talented cast, including Christopher Jones, Pia Degermark, and Ralph Richardson.

Is The Looking Glass War (1970) worth watching?

While its 1970 release may not have been as widely acclaimed as some other films, The Looking Glass War remains a gripping and suspenseful espionage thriller that will keep you engaged, despite its relatively low IMDb rating.

How long is The Looking Glass War?

The film has a runtime of 108 minutes.

About The Looking Glass War (1970) — A Gripping Espionage Thriller

Frank Pierson's gripping 1970 thriller, The Looking Glass War, sets the stage for a tense cat-and-mouse game between local intelligence operatives and a Polish sailor who jumps ship in Britain. The sailor is soon recruited to infiltrate a missile installation outside of East Berlin, posing as a Polish sailor. This daring mission will push him to his limits as he navigates the treacherous landscape of espionage.

With an all-star cast including Christopher Jones, Pia Degermark, and Ralph Richardson, The Looking Glass War is a gripping drama that will keep you on the edge of your seat. As the stakes rise and the tension builds, one question echoes through the film: 'Why do we listen to them? Why do we fight their wars for them?'