On Secret Service (1933): cast, story & where to watch
1933 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1933, On Secret Service is a drama, war and romance film directed by Arthur B. Woods, running about 89 minutes.
What it’s about. Greta Nissen stars as an Italian noblewoman living a dangerous double life as a spy. A remake of the celebrated German thriller Spione am Werk. Co-starring noted German actor Karl Ludwig Diehl and American matinee idol Don Alvarado. The film takes place in Vienna, 1912. When an Austrian staff officer is implicated by association with a known Italian spy he goes on the run. Three years later - as the Great War gets into full swing - he returns and begs the Austrian Secret Service to allow him to clear his name from suspicion.
Who’s in it. On Secret Service stars Greta Nissen as Marchesa Marcella Galdi, Karl Ludwig Diehl as Captain von Homberg, Don Alvarado as Conte Valenti and Lester Matthews as Coloneilo Romanelli, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, On Secret Service has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch On Secret Service page.
If you liked it. Fans of On Secret Service tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch On Secret Service (1933)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for On Secret Service change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is On Secret Service worth watching?
- On Secret Service holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in On Secret Service?
- On Secret Service stars Greta Nissen, Karl Ludwig Diehl, Don Alvarado, Lester Matthews and Esme Percy.
- When was On Secret Service released?
- On Secret Service was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.