The Courier
Based on the incredible true story of a businessman turned spy.
Overview
Cold War spy Greville Wynne and his Russian source try to put an end to the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Backdrop
What makes this movie Worth Watching
Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, 'The Courier' provides a fascinating insight into the intricacies and dangers involved in covert operations during this period. The film also serves as a reminder of the role ordinary people can play in shaping history.
- Gary Oldman delivers an exceptional performance as real-life British businessman Greville Wynne, who acted as a secret intermediary between MI6 and Soviet intelligence during the Cold War.
- The movie offers a gripping and tense narrative, based on true events, that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.
- The film explores important themes such as espionage, international relations, and the consequences of war.
Fun Facts
- Greville Wynne, the real-life courier on which the movie is based, was posthumously awarded the George Cross by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to national security.
- The movie features several authentic period cars and locations, enhancing the film's historical accuracy.
- A scene in the movie where Wynne meets Oleg Penkovsky (played by Merab Ninidze) was shot at the actual location where they first met - a hotel in Vienna.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"Based on the incredible true story of a businessman turned spy."
български език
BG
Title: Желязната завеса
""
Český
CZ
Title: Hra špiónů
"Na základě neuvěřitelného skutečného příběhu obchodníka, který se stal špionem."
Slovenčina
SK
Title: Hra špiónov
""
Français
FR
Title: Un espion ordinaire
"Comment un homme ordinaire évita une 3e guerre mondiale"
Italiano
IT
Title: L'ombra delle spie
"Basato sull'incredibile storia di un uomo d'affari diventato spia."
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Reviews
Cumberbatch shines in this 1960's Cold War spy thriller. This movie is worth watching just for Cumberbatch's performance alone (this is probably his best so far), but he is also backed up by the talented Brosnahan and Ninidze.
This film doesnt run at a fast pace, but if you have patience, it is a little known and extremely rewarding part of history. (More Bridge of Spies than Tom Clancy).
Well made and suspense-filled historical-thriller with another great performance from Benedict Cumberbatch. Doesn't exactly have an emotional impact but still well worth checking out. **3.75/5**
Excellent!
It's not quite 'Bridge of Spies', but 'The Courier' is too an awesome MI6/CIA/KGB infused flick. The two films tell tales regarding the Cold War, with the 2015 release narrowly a notch above this. Both have outstanding lead performances though.
Benedict Cumberbatch is magnificent throughout, especially towards the end - the bald look suits him incredibly well, I must say... need him in a drug kingpin sorta role looking like that! In all seriousness though, I think this is my favourite Cumberbatch performance (from what I've seen thus far) - utterly brilliant!
Merab Ninidze (also in BoS, albeit minorly) also puts in a top display, as he does in television's 'McMafia'. Jessie Buckley also gives a performance of note, which says a lot about her acting abilities given she doesn't feature all that heavily.
Astutely paced, builds terrific tension and features some cracking acting. Fantastic film!
Oscar Awards
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Haven't Won A Oscar
Nominations
Haven't Nominated for Oscar
Media
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