Synopsis
'The Double Man' is a 1967 film that follows Danforth, an American spy, who is drawn into a complex web of espionage and intrigue in London and the Austrian Alps. The film is a blend of mystery and spy thriller, with a Cold War backdrop.
Why Watch It
Yul Brynner's icy charisma anchors this taut Cold War thriller, where paranoia and mistrust become as potent as any weapon. Schaffner orchestrates a cat-and-mouse game of identities that keeps you guessing which side everyone's really on, delivering the sleek espionage craft that defined 60s spy cinema before it got camp.
Did You Know?
- The film was shot in London and the Austrian Alps.
- It's based on Henry S. Maxfield's novel 'Legacy of a Spy'.
- Yul Brynner did most of his own stunts in the film.
- The film was released in the midst of the Cold War.
- The film is a combination of spy thriller and mystery genre.
Iconic Quotes
- We're both professionals, Mr. Danforth. Neither of us mixes business with pleasure.
- You know, sometimes it's difficult to tell the saints from the sinners.
- I'm beginning to like you, Danforth. I've always liked complicated people.
- You've got to trust someone in this life.
- It's not altogether safe to be an innocent bystander.
