A former CIA agent turns author and target in the sunlit shadows of Greece.
COVERT ACTION
In this espionage drama, set in Greece, a former CIA agent (David Janssen) is being stalked by his former employers, led by Arthur Kennedy,after he writes a book about his life.
Covert Action is a 1978 Italian action-crime film directed by Romolo Guerrieri about a former CIA agent who, after writing a revealing book, is pursued by his old employers while investigating a case in Greece.
Synopsis
Why Cult
David Janssen plays a former CIA agent whose tell-all book puts him in the crosshairs of his old employers.
Set in Athens, the film blends classic espionage cat-and-mouse with sunlit Greek locales.
Arthur Kennedy’s CIA chief is relentless as he hunts down Janssen’s rogue agent, fueling the film’s tension.
Maurizio Merli’s troubled ex-colleague brings a layer of personal stakes to the espionage plot.
Themes & Keywords
Questions from the Vault
What is Covert Action about? +
Covert Action follows a former CIA agent who becomes an author, only to be hunted by his ex-employers after publishing a book about his experiences, all while he investigates a case in Greece.
When was Covert Action released? +
Covert Action was released in 1978.
Who directed Covert Action? +
Covert Action was directed by Romolo Guerrieri.
How long is Covert Action? +
Covert Action has a runtime of 100 minutes.
What genre is Covert Action? +
Covert Action is an action-crime film.
Where can I watch Covert Action? +
You can watch Covert Action on SassyFlix.
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