The Spy (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2013, The Spy is a thriller, drama, tv movie and history film directed by Miguel Alexandre, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Vera von Schalburg is a German prostitute working in Nazi Germany. In 1938, one year before the outbreak of World War II, Schalburg is arrested by the Berlin police. She is offered to work as a spy for the Abwehr, the German military intelligence service, instead of facing jail time. Completely unaware of the secret war preparations being conducted by her government, and unwilling to leave her teenage son who later joins the Hitler Youth, she accepts the offer.
Who’s in it. The Spy stars Valerie Niehaus as Vera von Schalburg, Fritz Karl as Hilmar Dierks, Jochen Nickel as Walther Luthmann and Nina Petri as Teresa Meier, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Spy has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Spy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Spy tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Spy (2013)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Spy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Spy worth watching?
- The Spy holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama, tv movie and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Spy?
- The Spy stars Valerie Niehaus, Fritz Karl, Jochen Nickel, Nina Petri and Hansa Czypionka.
- When was The Spy released?
- The Spy was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.