Overview

This is the true story of an Israeli civilian who was recruited into Israel's Secret Intelligence Agency to become a spy in Damascus, where he spent years infiltrating the Syrian political establishment. Israel's national hero, Eli Cohen, successfully entered the upper echelons of the Syrian government as a double-agent. The secrets he obtained became crucial in Israel's victory in the 1967 Six Day War.

Cast

John Shea, Eli Wallach, Sasson Gabai, Michal Bat-Adam, Rami Danon, Chaim Jeraffi, Anat Barzilai, Yossi Kenan

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What is "The Impossible Spy" about?

This is the true story of an Israeli civilian who was recruited into Israel's Secret Intelligence Agency to become a spy in Damascus, where he spent years infiltrating the Syrian political establishment. Israel's national hero, Eli Cohen, successfully entered the upper echelons of the Syrian government as a double-agent. The secrets he obtained became crucial in Israel's victory in the 1967 Six Day War.

When was "The Impossible Spy" released?

The Impossible Spy was released in 1987.

Who stars in "The Impossible Spy"?

The cast includes John Shea, Eli Wallach, Sasson Gabai, Michal Bat-Adam.

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