Codename: Kyril (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film
Released in 1988, Codename: Kyril is an action, thriller and drama film directed by Ian Sharp, running about 208 minutes.
What it’s about. At the height of the cold war, a known Russian spy ("Kyril") is sent to the UK under falsely reported pretenses in order to hopefully indirectly spark an unknown mole in the KGB to reveal himself; the endeavor eventually has repercussions which none of the initial players could have predicted.
Who’s in it. Codename: Kyril stars Ian Charleson as Ivan Bucharensky - 'Kyril', Edward Woodward as Michael Royston, Joss Ackland as 'C' and Richard E. Grant as Laurence Sculby, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Codename: Kyril page.
If you liked it. Fans of Codename: Kyril 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 Codename: Kyril (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Codename: Kyril change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Codename: Kyril?
- Codename: Kyril stars Ian Charleson, Edward Woodward, Joss Ackland, Richard E. Grant and John McEnery.
- When was Codename: Kyril released?
- Codename: Kyril was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 208 minutes.