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 YouTube TV 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 YouTube TV, 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.