Embassy (1972): cast, story & where to watch
1972 · Film
Released in 1972, Embassy is a thriller, drama and crime film directed by Gordon Hessler, running about 90 minutes. “Wages an ice-cold war on your nerves.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A KGB assassin infiltrates the American embassy in Beirut in an attempt to eliminate a Russian defector being protected by the CIA.
Who’s in it. Embassy stars Richard Roundtree as Dick Shannon, Chuck Connors as Kesten, Marie-José Nat as Laure and Ray Milland as Ambassador, among others.
Where to watch. In AU you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Embassy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Embassy tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Embassy (1972)?
- In AU, Embassy is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Embassy?
- Embassy stars Richard Roundtree, Chuck Connors, Marie-José Nat, Ray Milland and Max von Sydow.
- When was Embassy released?
- Embassy was released in 1972, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.