Assignment K (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1968, Assignment K is an action, thriller, drama and crime film directed by Val Guest, running about 97 minutes. “A mission that follows its rules to the letter: K for kill.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Philip Scott, the boss of a toy company, is secretly also the chief of a British spy organization. Scott's cover is destroyed when enemy agents kidnap his girlfriend to force him to reveal the identities of his fellow spies.
Who’s in it. Assignment K stars Stephen Boyd as Philip Scott, Camilla Sparv as Toni Peters, Michael Redgrave as Harris and Werner Peters as Kramer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Assignment K sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Assignment K page.
If you liked it. Fans of Assignment K 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 Assignment K (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Assignment K change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Assignment K worth watching?
- Assignment K holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, drama and crime. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Assignment K?
- Assignment K stars Stephen Boyd, Camilla Sparv, Michael Redgrave, Werner Peters and Leo McKern.
- When was Assignment K released?
- Assignment K was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.