The Spy (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 3.5
Released in 1987, The Spy is a drama film directed by Roman Balayan, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. 1916: on the verge of being evicted from his apartment, unable to find a job, with a desperate wife and a sick child, a man wrestles with his conscience about whether to turn police informer for money.
Who’s in it. The Spy stars Oleg Yankovskiy, Aleksandr Vokach, Elena Safonova and Oleksiy Horbunov, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, The Spy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Spy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Spy tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Spy (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Spy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Spy worth watching?
- The Spy holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Spy?
- The Spy stars Oleg Yankovskiy, Aleksandr Vokach, Elena Safonova, Oleksiy Horbunov and Aleksandr Zbruev.
- When was The Spy released?
- The Spy was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.