Charlie Muffin (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1979, Charlie Muffin is a thriller, drama and tv movie film directed by Jack Gold, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Charlie Muffin, top British Intelligence operative, has just broken up a major Soviet spy network in England. However, a new Director with new ideas takes over and wants Charlie out. But then a high-ranking Soviet spy-master hints that he wants to defect, and both British Intelligence and the CIA want him and will do anything to get him. Charlie may be the only man who can bring the defection off successfully, but is the whole thing an elaborate set-up? And when your so-called allies are stabbing each other and you in the back to get this prize, whom can Charlie trust on either side?
Who’s in it. Charlie Muffin stars David Hemmings as Charlie Muffin, Jennie Linden as Edith, Sam Wanamaker as Ruttgers and Ralph Richardson as Sir Archibald Willoughby, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Charlie Muffin 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 Charlie Muffin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Charlie Muffin tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Charlie Muffin (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Charlie Muffin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Charlie Muffin worth watching?
- Charlie Muffin holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Charlie Muffin?
- Charlie Muffin stars David Hemmings, Jennie Linden, Sam Wanamaker, Ralph Richardson and Ian Richardson.
- When was Charlie Muffin released?
- Charlie Muffin was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.