The Spy in Black (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1939, The Spy in Black is a thriller and war film directed by Michael Powell, running about 82 minutes. “Today's U-boat terror makes this the year's timeliest picture!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A German submarine is sent to the Orkney Isles in 1917 to sink the British fleet.
Who’s in it. The Spy in Black stars Conrad Veidt as Captain Ernst Hardt, Sebastian Shaw as Ashington, Valerie Hobson as The School Mistress and Marius Goring as Lieutenant Felix Schuster, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, The Spy in Black has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on fuboTV and Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Spy in Black page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Spy in Black tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Spy in Black (1939)?
- In US, The Spy in Black is available to stream on fuboTV and Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Spy in Black worth watching?
- The Spy in Black holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Spy in Black?
- The Spy in Black stars Conrad Veidt, Sebastian Shaw, Valerie Hobson, Marius Goring and June Duprez.
- When was The Spy in Black released?
- The Spy in Black was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.