Movie Description
The Impossible Spy
(1987)Overview
This is the true story of an Israeli civilian who was recruited into Israel's Secret Intelligence Agency to become a spy in Damascus, where he spent years infiltrating the Syrian political establishment. Israel's national hero, Eli Cohen, successfully entered the upper echelons of the Syrian government as a double-agent. The secrets he obtained became crucial in Israel's victory in the 1967 Six Day War.
Featured Crew
Cast
Eli Cohen
Yacov
General Haled
Nadia Cohen
Amram
Salloum
Galela
Nassim
Madame Massim
Major Massim
Syrian Border Captain
Syrian Colonel
Assan (as Jack Cohen)
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Facts
Original TitleThe Impossible Spy
Status Released
Release Information
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1987-11-28
Original Language
Runtime 01h 36m
Production CompaniesBBC,IMGC Global Entertainment,Quartet International
Genres
- Drama
- Thriller































