Espionage Agent (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1939, Espionage Agent is a thriller, drama, war and romance film directed by Lloyd Bacon, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. When Barry Corvall discovers that his new bride is a possible enemy agent, he resigns from the diplomatic service to go undercover to route out an espionage ring planning to destroy American industrial capability.
Who’s in it. Espionage Agent stars Joel McCrea as Barry Corvall, Brenda Marshall as Brenda Ballard, Jeffrey Lynn as Lowell Warrington and James Stephenson as Dr. Anton Rader, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Espionage Agent 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 Espionage Agent page.
If you liked it. Fans of Espionage Agent tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Espionage Agent (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Espionage Agent change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Espionage Agent worth watching?
- Espionage Agent holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Espionage Agent?
- Espionage Agent stars Joel McCrea, Brenda Marshall, Jeffrey Lynn, James Stephenson and Howard Hickman.
- When was Espionage Agent released?
- Espionage Agent was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.