Lancer Spy (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1937, Lancer Spy is a thriller and drama film directed by Gregory Ratoff, running about 78 minutes. “HER KISSES WERE DEATH TRAPS!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An Englishman impersonates an imprisoned German officer and "returns" to Germany to become a national hero. A female German spy is assigned to check him out but falls in love with him.
Who’s in it. Lancer Spy stars Dolores del Río as Dolores Daria Sunnel, George Sanders as Baron Kurt von Rohback / Lt. Michael Bruce, Peter Lorre as Maj. Sigfried Gruning and Virginia Field as Joan Bruce, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Lancer Spy has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Lancer Spy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Lancer Spy tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Lancer Spy (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Lancer Spy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Lancer Spy worth watching?
- Lancer Spy holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Lancer Spy?
- Lancer Spy stars Dolores del Río, George Sanders, Peter Lorre, Virginia Field and Sig Ruman.
- When was Lancer Spy released?
- Lancer Spy was released in 1937, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.