Subterfuge (1968): cast, story & where to watch
1968 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1968, Subterfuge is a thriller film directed by Peter Graham Scott, running about 89 minutes. “An amazing nightmare of deception!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young wife is becoming very distraught over the fact that her husband, a secret service "spy" for England, has changed his mind about transferring away so that he can spend more time with her and their young son. He has grown cold and distant towards her; she thinks it 's because of the secretiveness of his work. Meanwhile, an American spy comes to England and is induced to help the British "team" with an undercover spy ring. When this spy ring is over turned the "bugs" that crawl out from under its rock shocks everyone!
Who’s in it. Subterfuge stars Gene Barry as Michael A. Donovan, Joan Collins as Anne Langley, Richard Todd as Col. Victor Redmayne and Tom Adams as Peter Langley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Subterfuge has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Subterfuge page.
If you liked it. Fans of Subterfuge tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Subterfuge (1968)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Subterfuge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Subterfuge worth watching?
- Subterfuge holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Subterfuge?
- Subterfuge stars Gene Barry, Joan Collins, Richard Todd, Tom Adams and Suzanna Leigh.
- When was Subterfuge released?
- Subterfuge was released in 1968, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.