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The Trygon Factor 1966

★ 6.522 votes88 min📅 1966-12-16

"When you see this sign - run... run... run for your life!"

In this atmospheric 1966 British crime thriller, *The Trygon Factor*, seasoned Scotland Yard detective Anthony Smith is hot on the trail of a cunning burglar responsible for a string of daring home invasions and a tragic murder.

Director: Cyril Frankel

Cast

Stewart Granger
Stewart Granger
Superintendent Cooper Smith
Susan Hampshire
Susan Hampshire
Trudy Emberday
Cathleen Nesbitt
Cathleen Nesbitt
Livia Emberday
James Culliford
James Culliford
Luke Emberday
Brigitte Horney
Brigitte Horney
Oberin
Robert Morley
Robert Morley
Hubert Hamlyn
Sophie Hardy
Sophie Hardy
Sophie
Colin Gordon
Colin Gordon
Dice
Eddi Arent
Eddi Arent
Clossen
Diane Clare
Diane Clare
Clare

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Trygon Factor (1966) about?

A Scotland Yard detective investigates a series of burglaries and a murder that unravel a web of secrets in a wealthy English family's estate. Strange alliances with nuns and hidden motives make this a crime mystery with unexpected twists.

Who directed The Trygon Factor?

British director Cyril Frankel helmed *The Trygon Factor*, known for his skill in crafting suspenseful narratives in classic cinema.

Who stars in The Trygon Factor?

The film features Stewart Granger as the lead detective, Susan Hampshire, Robert Morley, Cathleen Nesbitt, and Brigitte Horney in key roles.

Is The Trygon Factor (1966) worth watching?

While not widely rated today, *The Trygon Factor* offers a solid mid-century crime thriller with engaging performances and a moody atmosphere. Fans of classic mysteries with gothic undertones may find it a rewarding watch.

How long is The Trygon Factor?

The runtime of *The Trygon Factor* is 88 minutes.

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About The Trygon Factor (1966) — A Classic Crime Mystery with A Twist of Gothic Suspense

In this atmospheric 1966 British crime thriller, *The Trygon Factor*, seasoned Scotland Yard detective Anthony Smith is hot on the trail of a cunning burglar responsible for a string of daring home invasions and a tragic murder. His investigation takes a sinister turn when his inquiries lead him to the sprawling estate of the enigmatic Winslow family, where shadows seem to linger behind every door. Adding to the eerie atmosphere is the unusual arrangement of a religious order of nuns who also call the mansion home—both groups hiding secrets as carefully guarded as the fortune they're all fiercely protecting.

Directed by Cyril Frankel with a sharp eye for suspense and tension, *The Trygon Factor* blends classic mystery tropes with a dash of gothic unease. Stewart Granger commands the screen as the determined detective, joined by the luminous Susan Hampshire and the legendary Robert Morley, whose presence adds layers of intrigue to the story. As alliances shift and motives grow murky, the line between ally and adversary blurs in this cleverly plotted tale of deception, greed, and the lengths people will go to protect their legacies—or their secrets.