The Secret Ways (1961): cast, story & where to watch
1961 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1961, The Secret Ways is a thriller, adventure and mystery film directed by Phil Karlson, running about 112 minutes. “On-the-spot realism!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Vienna, 1956. After Soviet tanks crush the Hungarian uprising, soldier-of-fortune Michael Reynolds is hired to help a threatened Hungarian scientist escape from Budapest.
Who’s in it. The Secret Ways stars Richard Widmark as Michael Reynolds, Sonja Ziemann as Julia, Walter Rilla as Jancsi and Charles Regnier as The Count, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Secret Ways has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Secret Ways page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Secret Ways tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Secret Ways (1961)?
- In US, The Secret Ways is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Secret Ways worth watching?
- The Secret Ways holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, adventure and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Secret Ways?
- The Secret Ways stars Richard Widmark, Sonja Ziemann, Walter Rilla, Charles Regnier and Senta Berger.
- When was The Secret Ways released?
- The Secret Ways was released in 1961, with a runtime of about 112 minutes.