Breaking the Code (1996): cast, story & where to watch
1996 · Film · ★ 5.7
Released in 1996, Breaking the Code is a drama, tv movie and history film directed by Herbert Wise, running about 91 minutes.
What it’s about. A biography of the English mathematician Alan Turing, who was one of the inventors of the digital computer and one of the key figures in the breaking of the Enigma code, used by the Germans to send secret orders to their U-boats in World War II. Turing was also a homosexual in Britain at a time when this was illegal, besides being a security risk.
Who’s in it. Breaking the Code stars Derek Jacobi as Alan Turing, Alun Armstrong as Mick Ross, Blake Ritson as Christopher Morcom and Prunella Scales as Sara Turing, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.7/10, Breaking the Code 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 Breaking the Code page.
If you liked it. Fans of Breaking the Code tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Breaking the Code (1996)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Breaking the Code change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Breaking the Code worth watching?
- Breaking the Code holds an audience score of 5.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Breaking the Code?
- Breaking the Code stars Derek Jacobi, Alun Armstrong, Blake Ritson, Prunella Scales and Harold Pinter.
- When was Breaking the Code released?
- Breaking the Code was released in 1996, with a runtime of about 91 minutes.