10 Things You Did not Know About THE 39 STEPS (1935)
Take a listen with Dan and Tom and discover 10 things you did not know about THE 39 STEPS—the Hitchcock spy thriller that shaped Bond, Bourne, and beyond.
Category: Best of the Rest Movies
10 Classic Non-James Bond Spy Movies You MUST SEE!
Join Dan and Tom as they discuss 10 Classic Non-James Bond Spy Movies that you MUST SEE. These spy movies set the stage for the genre. How many have you seen?
Eye of the Needle – 1981
EYE OF THE NEEDLE, directed by Richard Marquand is a taut, atmospheric WWII espionage thriller that showcases Donald Sutherland in one of his most chilling roles. Adapted from Ken Follett’s bestselling novel, the film centers on Henry Faber, a ruthless German spy nicknamed “the Needle” for his deadly use of a stiletto blade. Sutherland’s performance…
EYE OF THE NEEDLE – Decoded!
Dan and Tom decode the World War II spy thriller, EYE OF THE NEEDLE which depicts one of the deceptions from Operation Fortitude.
3 DAYS OF THE CONDOR – A Fresh Look
Based on a listener request, Dan and Tom take a fresh look at the 1975 spy thriller, 3 DAYS OF THE CONDOR. Find out who the prey is.
5 Fingers – 1952
5 FINGERS is a 1952 spy classic movie starring James Mason as Ulysses Diello. 5 FINGERS is based on the true story of Albanian-born Elyesa Bazna, who worked as a valet for the British ambassador to Turkey during World War II and became a Nazi spy. Also, it is based on the L.C. Moyzisch novel “Operation…
5 FINGERS Decoded!
Dan and Tom decode the 1952 classic spy movie 5 FINGERS. Starring James Mason this is a fantastic espionage thriller, not an action thriller.
The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
THE MINISTRY OF UNGENTLEMANLY WARFARE is a dramatization of the real-World War II mission code-named Operation Postmaster. It isn’t a 100% reenactment, and some fictionalization has been added. The mission was formed with a rag tag group of operators who have to risk their lives to try to cripple Germany’s U-boat dominance of the seas….
THE MINISTRY OF UNGENTLEMANLY WARFARE Review – No Spoilers!
Dan and Tom give you their no-spoiler THE MINISTRY OF UNGENTLEMANLY WARFARE review – designed to enhance your viewing of the movie.
RAAZI Is A Spy Movie Worth Watching
Dan and Tom decode the movie RAAZI. Is it a spy movie worth watching? Find out why this is one of Tom’s favorite spy movies.
Raazi – 2018
RAAZI is a 2018 Indian spy movie, based on Harinder S. Sikka’s book “Calling Sehmat”. The story is a fictionalized drama about a real spy, Sehmat Khan (not her real name). She spied for India at the onset of the India-Pakistani war of 1971. The always excellent Alia Bhatt stars as Sehmat Khan, an Indian…
Alfred Hitchcock’s Storyboards with author Tony Lee Moral
Dan and Tom welcome author Tony Lee Moral and discuss his latest book, “Alfred Hitchcock’s Storyboards.” It’s a great read and discussion.
Rick English Talks Kingsman Stunts- with movie clips
Stunt performer, Rick English talks KINGSMAN stunts with Dan and Tom. Along the way, we play clips of the action that Rick describes.
The Spy Who Came In From The Cold (1965)
In THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD (1965), British agent, Alec Leamas (Richard Burton) takes on another mission, instead of a desk job. Along the way, he meets a beautiful woman (Claire Bloom) and various operatives. Pay close attention as this one has some great twists. This is one of the classic spy…
THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD – Decoded!
Dan and Tom, decode the 1965 classic spy movie, THE SPY WHO CAME IN FROM THE COLD. This movie is dark but one of the best spy movies ever.
Alfred Hitchcock’s THE LADY VANISHES Decoded
We decode the Hitchcock movie THE LADY VANISHES. What movies has this influenced? Did you know Hitchcock used this much humor? and more…
Alfred Hitchcock’s NOTORIOUS Decoded!
Today we decode a Hitchcock classic, NOTORIOUS with our special co-host Bill Koenig of The Spy Command.
A NOTORIOUS interview with Tony Lee Moral
Dan and Tom talk about Hitchcock’s classic spy movie, NOTORIOUS, with Tony Lee Moral. Tony is the author of three Alfred Hitchcock books, with a fourth, “Alfred Hitchcock: The Storyboards” available September 2022.
Interview with author Tony Lee Moral on Hitchcock’s NOTORIOUS
Dan and Tom talk about Hitchcock’s classic spy movie, NOTORIOUS, with Tony Lee Moral, author of three Alfred Hitchcock books, with a fourth, “Alfred Hitchcock: The Storyboards” available September 2022.
ALL THE OLD KNIVES First Reactions – No Spoilers
Listen as Dan, Tom, and Vicky share their first reactions of the movie ALL THE OLD KNIVES. Is it worth a watch? This is a no-spoiler discussion.
All The Old Knives – Interview
We talk with Director of the film ALL THE OLD KNIVES, Janus Metz, and the Screenwriter and author of the novel, Olen Steinhauer!
Interview w/Director & Screenwriter for ALL THE OLD KNIVES!
This episode features the Director of the film, ALL THE OLD KNIVES, Janus Metz, and the Screenwriter and also the author of the novel of the same name, Olen Steinhauer!
Steven Saltzman – An interview with the Executive Producer of THE IPCRESS FILE 6-part series!
Dan and Tom interview Steven Saltzman, Executive Producer for the THE IPCRESS FILE series. Listen to hear about the making of the series.
The Man Who Knew Too Much (1934 & 1956)
The Man Who Knew Too Much is a classic Alfred Hitchcock spy movie. Actually, it is two different movies. Hitchcock released a version of this movie in 1934, starring Leslie Bands, Edna Best, and Peter Lorre. He decided to release a new version in 1956, this time starring Jimmy Stewart and Doris Day. His quote…
THE IPCRESS FILE Series Launched! Is it worth your time?
We’ve had the opportunity to view all 6 episodes of this monumental series. Dan, Tom, and Vicky share their no-spoilers insights here!
Spy Movie Navigator Recap of ITV’s: “The Ipcress File” Press Conference
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Dan and Tom examine the press conference for the upcoming ITV series “The Ipcress File”, which will be released in March 2022.
THE IPCRESS FILE – Discussion of the ITV Series Briefing with Actors, Director
Join Dan and Tom as they discuss the press briefing for “The Ipcress File “TV series through ITV Studios, with the actors, director & more!
THE IPCRESS FILE – ITV Series Briefing with Actors, Director
On December 16, 2021, we had the wonderful opportunity to “attend,” via a Zoom meeting, a press briefing for “The Ipcress File TV” series through ITV Studios, with the actors, director & more! Join us as we discuss this briefing and the ties with the 1965 movie.
THE MAN WHO KNEW TOO MUCH – Decoded!
Dan and Tom are joined by Bill Koenig of The Spy Command website. We decode both versions of the Hitchcock classic The Man Who Knew Too Much!
Billion Dollar Brain (1967)
Harry Palmer, a cold Helsinki winter, virus-filled eggs, outdoor festivals, evil computer programs, a maniac billionaire, a double-cross – make up the story of the third Harry Palmer movie, Billion Dollar Brain!
