The Ipcress File
“The spy story of the century.”
Sly and dry intelligence agent Harry Palmer is tasked with investigating British Intelligence security, and is soon enmeshed in a world of double-dealing, kidnap and murder when he finds a traitor operating at the heart of the secret service.
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| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Australia | SBS On Demand | Apple TV Store |
| Germany | BATTLEZONE Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Filmin, FlixOlé, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | — |
| Japan | — | FOD |
| South Korea | Watcha | — |
About The Ipcress File
The Ipcress File is a 1965 English-language thriller film directed by Sidney J. Furie. The cast is led by Michael Caine, Nigel Green, Guy Doleman. It has a runtime of 1h 49m. Viewers rate it 6.8/10 across 300 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The Ipcress File was produced by The Rank Organisation, Lowndes Productions Limited, and Steven S.A. and made in United Kingdom. It was released on March 18, 1965, and carries a PG certification.
- Director
- Sidney J. Furie
- Writers
- James Doran, W.H. Canaway
- Release date
- March 18, 1965
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Production
- The Rank Organisation, Lowndes Productions Limited, Steven S.A.
The Ipcress File cast & crew
The Ipcress File was directed by Sidney J. Furie and written by James Doran and W.H. Canaway.
The cast features Michael Caine as Harry Palmer, Nigel Green as Major Dalby, Guy Doleman as Colonel Ross, Sue Lloyd as Jean, Gordon Jackson as Carswell, and Aubrey Richards as Radcliffe.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by John Barry, cinematography is by Otto Heller, and it was produced by Harry Saltzman and Charles D. Kasher.
Is The Ipcress File worth watching?
The Ipcress File holds an audience score of 6.8/10 from 344 ratings, a solidly received thriller films.
At 1h 49m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy thriller, The Ipcress File is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Ipcress File
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Cast of The Ipcress File
Michael Caine
Harry Palmer
Nigel Green
Major Dalby
Guy Doleman
Colonel Ross
Sue Lloyd
Jean
Gordon Jackson
Carswell
Aubrey Richards
Radcliffe
Frank Gatliff
Bluejay
Thomas Baptiste
Barney
Oliver MacGreevy
Housemartin
Freda Bamford
Alice
Pauline Winter
Charlady
Anthony Blackshaw
Edwards
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The Ipcress File — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Ipcress File in United States?
The Ipcress File is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is The Ipcress File in?
The Ipcress File is originally in English, with audio tracks including Albanian, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Ipcress File?
The Ipcress File runs 1 hours 49 minutes (109 minutes).
▸What is The Ipcress File rated?
The Ipcress File is rated PG. It holds a 6.8/10 audience score from 344 ratings.
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