Spy Sorge (2003): cast, story & where to watch
2003 · Film · ★ 8.8
Released in 2003, Spy Sorge is a drama, war and history film directed by Masahiro Shinoda, running about 182 minutes.
What it’s about. A foreign spy using the Sorge alias is assigned to Tokyo the capital of Japan just prior to the outbreak of World War II and in the midst of the Japanese imperial ambitions in Eastern Asia. The spy becomes acquainted with a sympathetic communist who like he is attached to the ideals of freedom and rule of the masses. Sorge is able to feed the Soviet Union useful information regarding the Axis allies and their movements in Asia and beyond.
Who’s in it. Spy Sorge stars Iain Glen as Richard Sorge, Masahiro Motoki as Hidemi Ozaki, Kippei Shiina as Mitsusada Yoshikawa and Takaya Kamikawa as Tokko T, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.8/10, Spy Sorge sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Spy Sorge page.
If you liked it. Fans of Spy Sorge tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Spy Sorge (2003)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Spy Sorge change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Spy Sorge worth watching?
- Spy Sorge holds an audience score of 8.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Spy Sorge?
- Spy Sorge stars Iain Glen, Masahiro Motoki, Kippei Shiina, Takaya Kamikawa and Riona Hazuki.
- When was Spy Sorge released?
- Spy Sorge was released in 2003, with a runtime of about 182 minutes.