Adventure Cult Classic

An American agent and his sharp-witted partner chase stolen plutonium through Italy’s underworld.

TOP SECRET

1978 · 1h 40m · NR · Adventure / Comedy / Drama · IMDB TMDB

A veteran American espionage agent is sent with a new partner to Italy, in order to track down 100 pounds of missing plutonium before it can be obtained by terrorists.

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What is Top Secret about?

Top Secret is a 1978 American adventure-comedy-drama directed by Paul Leaf about a veteran agent and his associate trying to recover stolen plutonium in Italy before terrorists get it.

Programmer's Pick

Plutonium theft in Italy, a foxy associate, and Bill Cosby in espionage mode? Top Secret proves the late '70s didn’t skimp on international capers with a wink. If you’re up for quirky chemistry and genre-bending thrills, this one’s got you covered.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Top Secret follows a stylish American espionage veteran and his savvy new partner as they land in Italy on a high-stakes mission. Their task: locate and recover a staggering hundred pounds of missing plutonium before it falls into the hands of dangerous terrorists. With time ticking and the threat level rising, the duo must navigate the tangled world of international espionage, criminal networks, and unexpected betrayals. Blending comedic moments, adventurous action, and a touch of drama, the film brings together an eclectic cast of characters in an Italian setting where every ally could be a potential enemy and the fate of the dangerous material is anything but certain.