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State Secret

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In a Balkan country, intelligence head Col. Galcon (Jack Hawkins) forces vacationing eminent American brain surgeon John Marlowe (Douglas Fairbanks Jr.). to treat the nation's leader, who is secretly suffering from a serious brain trauma. After Marlowe operates, the dictator initially recovers -- but when he abruptly dies, Marlowe finds his life in jeopardy. Desperate to escape, Marlowe's only hope for help rests with a ambiguous spy (Herbert Lom) and a cabaret singer (Glynis Johns).

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Rob Aldam Backseat Mafia Works both as a political/espionage drama and a breakneck thriller spanning a number of locations. Feb 18, 2021 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member Solid political thriller with some inventive touches. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/27/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Sidney Gilliat

Director

Douglas Fairbanks Jr.

Dr. John Marlowe

Glynis Johns

Lisa Robinson

Jack Hawkins

Col. Galcon

Walter Rilla

Gen. Niva

Karel Stepanek

Dr. Revo
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Synopsis In a Balkan country, intelligence head Col. Galcon (Jack Hawkins) forces vacationing eminent American brain surgeon John Marlowe (Douglas Fairbanks Jr.). to treat the nation's leader, who is secretly suffering from a serious brain trauma. After Marlowe operates, the dictator initially recovers -- but when he abruptly dies, Marlowe finds his life in jeopardy. Desperate to escape, Marlowe's only hope for help rests with a ambiguous spy (Herbert Lom) and a cabaret singer (Glynis Johns).
Director
Sidney Gilliat
Production Co
London Film Productions
Genre
Mystery & Thriller, Comedy
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 44m