The Master Plan (1955): cast, story & where to watch
1955 · Film
Released in 1955, The Master Plan is a crime and war film directed by Cy Endfield, running about 78 minutes. “Hidden deep within this man was a dark secret, aroused-it turned him into a killer!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Following WW II, a U.S. army officer stationed in West Germany is assigned with keeping classified information away from the Communists. Unfortunately, Red spies know that he suffers from sudden black-outs and use this to hypnotise him, and make it appear that he is a traitor.
Who’s in it. The Master Plan stars Norman Wooland as Colonel Mark Cleaver, Tilda Thamar as Helen Quaid, Wayne Morris as Major Thomas Brent and Mary Mackenzie as Miss Gray, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Master Plan page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Master Plan tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Master Plan (1955)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Master Plan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Master Plan?
- The Master Plan stars Norman Wooland, Tilda Thamar, Wayne Morris, Mary Mackenzie and Arnold Bell.
- When was The Master Plan released?
- The Master Plan was released in 1955, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.