
The Secret Agent
53.00%
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November 8, 1996
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Drama, Thriller
In 1880s London, pornographic bookseller Verloc is a double agent for the Russian government, providing information to Chief Inspector Heat about a lazy anarchist organization. In order for the anarchists to be arrested, an act of terrorism must occur. So Verloc decides to set up bombs – which leads to tragedy – not only for himself but also for his family, including wife Winnie and brother-in-law, Stevie.
Featured Crew
Christopher Hampton
Director
Christopher Hampton
Writer
Joseph Conrad
Novel
Cast

Bob Hoskins
Verloc

Patricia Arquette
Winnie

Jim Broadbent
Chief Inspector Heat

Christian Bale
Stevie

Gérard Depardieu
Ossipon