The Secret War of Harry Frigg

1968 · 1h 50m · Released

Comedy, War

When 5 allied generals are captured in Italy in WWII, it is a propaganda nightmare for the allies. The generals are all 1 star and refuse to take orders from each other in order to plan an escape. Harry Frigg is a private who has escaped from the guard house dozens of times. He is promoted to Major General and ordered to get the generals out once he is captured. Harry is willing to escape, but then he meets the countess...

Ratings

Based on audience scores

6.2 The Movie Database

6.3 IMDb

46% Rotten Tomatoes

N/A Metacritic

Where to stream The Secret War of Harry Frigg

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Top cast and crew

Jack Smight Director

Paul Newman Pvt. Harry Frigg

Sylva Koscina Countess Francesca De Montefiore

Andrew Duggan Gen. Newton Armstrong

Tom Bosley Gen. Roscoe Pennypacker

John Williams Gen. Francis Mayhew

Charles Gray Gen. Adrian Cox-Roberts

Vito Scotti Col. Enrico Ferrucci

Jacques Roux Gen. Andre Rochambeau

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Frequently asked questions about The Secret War of Harry Frigg

Where can I watch The Secret War of Harry Frigg in the United States?

The Secret War of Harry Frigg is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

What are the ratings for The Secret War of Harry Frigg?

The Secret War of Harry Frigg scores 6.2 on The Movie Database, 6.3 on IMDb, and 46% on Rotten Tomatoes.

Who stars in The Secret War of Harry Frigg?

The Secret War of Harry Frigg stars Paul Newman, Sylva Koscina, Andrew Duggan, Tom Bosley, and John Williams. Jack Smight is the director.

How long is The Secret War of Harry Frigg?

The Secret War of Harry Frigg runs 1h 50m (110 minutes).

When did The Secret War of Harry Frigg come out?

The Secret War of Harry Frigg was released on February 29, 1968.

Which studio made The Secret War of Harry Frigg?

The Secret War of Harry Frigg was produced by Universal Pictures in the United States.

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