Plot Summary
Alec Leamas (Richard Burton), a British spy, is sent to East Germany, supposedly to defect, but in fact to sow disinformation. As more plot turns appear, Leamas becomes more convinced that his own people see him as just a cog. His struggle back from dehumanization becomes the final focus of the story.—John Vogel
Top Cast
Robert Hardy as -Dick Carlton
Claire Bloom as -Nancy 'Nan' Perry
Bernard Lee as -Mr. Patmore - Grocer
Richard Burton as -Alec Leamas