Spies (1928): cast, story & where to watch
1928 · Film · ★ 7.4
Released in 1928, Spies is an action, thriller, drama and romance film directed by Fritz Lang, running about 145 minutes. “Fritz Lang’s Espionage Epic!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The mastermind behind a ubiquitous spy operation learns of a dangerous romance between a Russian lady in his employ and a dashing agent from the government's secret service.
Who’s in it. Spies stars Rudolf Klein-Rogge as Haghi, Gerda Maurus as Sonya Baranilkowa, Lien Deyers as Kitty and Louis Ralph as Hans Morrier, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Spies has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Philo and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Spies page.
If you liked it. Fans of Spies tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Spies (1928)?
- In US, Spies is available to stream on Philo, and rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Spies worth watching?
- Spies holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Spies?
- Spies stars Rudolf Klein-Rogge, Gerda Maurus, Lien Deyers, Louis Ralph and Willy Fritsch.
- When was Spies released?
- Spies was released in 1928, with a runtime of about 145 minutes.