The Great Impersonation (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1942, The Great Impersonation is a thriller, drama and war film directed by John Rawlins, running about 70 minutes. “DARING AS TWO MEN and twice as dangerous BECAUSE HE WAS...” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An Englishman kills a German look-alike and poses as a Nazi spy in London.
Who’s in it. The Great Impersonation stars Ralph Bellamy as Sir Edward Dominey / Baron Leopold von Ragenstein, Evelyn Ankers as Lady Muriel Dominey, Aubrey Mather as Sir Ronald Clayfair and Edward Norris as Capt. Francois Bardinet, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, The Great Impersonation 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 The Great Impersonation page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Impersonation tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Impersonation (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Impersonation change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great Impersonation worth watching?
- The Great Impersonation holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Great Impersonation?
- The Great Impersonation stars Ralph Bellamy, Evelyn Ankers, Aubrey Mather, Edward Norris and Kaaren Verne.
- When was The Great Impersonation released?
- The Great Impersonation was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.