The Salzburg Connection (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 1972, The Salzburg Connection is an action and thriller film directed by Lee H. Katzin, running about 93 minutes. “The top espionage agents of Today's Super Powers confront each other in the suspense adventure of the year.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An American lawyer on vacation in Europe is asked by a book publisher to stop by the Austrian town of Salzburg to see a photographer who's taking pictures for a book on picturesque Austrian lakes. Upon his arrival he senses that something is wrong when the photographer seems to have vanished, leaving a near panic-stricken wife and a sinister, secretive brother. Before he knows it, the lawyer finds himself mixed up with spies, assassins, and the hunt for a list made up by the Nazis during World War II of people who collaborated with them.
Who’s in it. The Salzburg Connection stars Barry Newman as Bill Mathison, Anna Karina as Anna Bryant, Klaus Maria Brandauer as Johann Kronsteiner and Karen Jensen as Elissa Lang, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, The Salzburg Connection 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 The Salzburg Connection page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Salzburg Connection 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 The Salzburg Connection (1972)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Salzburg Connection change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Salzburg Connection worth watching?
- The Salzburg Connection holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Salzburg Connection?
- The Salzburg Connection stars Barry Newman, Anna Karina, Klaus Maria Brandauer, Karen Jensen and Joe Maross.
- When was The Salzburg Connection released?
- The Salzburg Connection was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.