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The Spy Who Fell to Earth

2019 · Movie · 94 min · ★ 6.7

DocumentaryMysteryHistory

This documentary explores the life, political connections, and mysterious death of a wealthy Egyptian figure accused of working as a spy. Through competing accounts and unanswered questions, it examines a real-world case where loyalty, power, and truth remain deeply contested.

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Details
Years
2019
Release date
2019-04-01
Language
English
Runtime
94 min
Max quality
HD
TMDB rating
6.7/10 (36 votes)
About

You may like this if you enjoy unresolved true-life mysteries and spy history in the vein of History's Greatest Mysteries or The UnXplained; Not for you if you want clear answers or a fast-moving documentary.

Pros: fascinating real-life mystery; intriguing espionage story; invites your own theories | Cons: repetitive at times; one-sided perspective concerns; confusing presentation

Themes

  • egypt
  • israel
  • mossad
  • spy
  • secret service
  • six day war (1967)
  • october war
  • ashraf marwan

Cast & crew

Directed by Thomas Meadmore