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Murder in Cape Town draws a tough private eye into a deadly game with secrets from the past.

CODE 7, VICTIM 5

A very special agent with a code that means He Can Go All The Way!

1964 · 1h 28m · NR · Action / Adventure / Crime · IMDB TMDB

A very special agent with a code that means: He Can Go All The Way

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What is Code 7, Victim 5 about?

Code 7, Victim 5 is a 1964 United Kingdom action, adventure, and crime film directed by Robert Lynn about a private investigator hired to protect a South African millionaire after his butler is murdered, uncovering secrets linked to an old war photograph.

Synopsis

The first victim is the butler of South African millionaire Wexler, who hires hard-hitting private eye Steve Martin for protection. Once at Wexler’s palatial Cape Town estate, Martin meets the patriarch’s family, close associates – and possible suspects. When it’s discovered that the key to the killing may lie in an old war photograph, Martin sets out on a mission to unravel the identities of the men in the picture before they become target two through VICTIM 5.
Details & Specs
Director
Robert Lynn
Writers
Harry Alan Towers, Peter Yeldham
Release
1964
Runtime
1h 28m
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Genres
Action, Adventure, Crime
Also Known As
Victim Five

Why Cult

Cape Town Intrigue

The action unfolds in a lavish South African estate, offering a fresh locale for crime and adventure.

Private Eye Prowess

Lex Barker’s hard-hitting detective Steve Martin is on the case, showcasing classic gumshoe skills.

War Photo Mystery

A wartime photograph provides the key clue, adding a layer of historical intrigue to the murder plot.

Colorful Suspects

From the millionaire to his associates, a gallery of potential culprits keeps you guessing who’s next on the hit list.

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Questions from the Vault

What is Code 7, Victim 5 about? +

Code 7, Victim 5 follows private investigator Steve Martin as he protects a South African millionaire after a murder, unraveling a mystery tied to a wartime photograph.

Who directed Code 7, Victim 5? +

Code 7, Victim 5 was directed by Robert Lynn.

How long is Code 7, Victim 5? +

Code 7, Victim 5 has a runtime of 88 minutes.

What genre is Code 7, Victim 5? +

Code 7, Victim 5 is an action, adventure, and crime film.

Where can I watch Code 7, Victim 5? +

Code 7, Victim 5 is available to watch on SassyFlix.

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