The Spy Who Fell to Earth (2019): Cast & Ratings
The Spy Who Fell to Earth is a 2019 historical documentary starring Ahron Bregman, Ashraf Marwan and Nikita Khrushchev. It runs 1 hour 34 minutes. Its Echo Score is 62/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 34m (94 min)
- Genres
- History , Mystery , Documentary
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Salon Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Spy Who Fell to Earth About?
The premise of The Spy Who Fell to Earth without spoilers.
Based on Dr. Ahron Bregman’s book, this documentary examines the life and mysterious death of Ashraf Marwan, an Egyptian billionaire and double agent.
The Spy Who Fell to Earth Cast
Ahron Bregman leads the cast, with Ashraf Marwan and Nikita Khrushchev.
- Ahron Bregman as themselves
- Ashraf Marwan as themselves
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Nikita Khrushchev as themselves - Henry Kissinger as themselves
Also Starring in The Spy Who Fell to Earth
· 23 more- Leonid Brezhnev Themselves
- Muammar Gaddafi Themselves
- Gamal Abdel Nasser Themselves
- Moshe Dayan Themselves
- Anwar Sadat Themselves
- Hafez al-Assad Themselves
- Yossi Melman Themselves
- David Arbel Themselves
- Rami Tal Themselves
- Amos Gilboa Themselves
- Rajeev Syal Themselves
- Shabtai Shavit Themselves
- Abdallah Houmouda Themselves
- Hazem Kandil Themselves
- Schmuel Goren Themselves
- Khaled Fahmy Themselves
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- Guy Kahanov Themselves
- Moshe Buchbut Themselves
- Thomas Meadmore Themselves
- Francesco Corallini Themselves
- Mona Marwan Themselves
- Eli Zeira Themselves
- Zvi Zamir Themselves
The Spy Who Fell to Earth Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 62/100, strongest in story & flow (68) and weakest in character & emotion (55).
The Spy Who Fell to Earth Echo Score Breakdown
The documentary offers a thorough examination of Ashraf Marwan’s ambiguous legacy, presenting multiple testimonies that keep the central mystery alive. While the film succeeds in assembling extensive archival material and maintains an engaging investigative tone, its indecisive editing and occasional repetition leave viewers without a definitive resolution. The mixed reception reflects both appreciation for the subject’s significance and frustration over the lack of conclusive answers, resulting in a moderately positive impression.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 65
In terms of direction and visual craftsmanship, the documentary displays competent framing of archival footage and clear interview setups. Tom Meadmore’s effort to balance divergent narratives yields a respectable production design, yet the editing often meanders, repeating points and creating a confusing flow. Consequently, the technical execution is solid but marred by uneven pacing, leading to a modest assessment of the film’s art and craft.
- Character & Emotion 55
When evaluating the documentary’s handling of its subjects, the interviews convey a range of perspectives but lack deep emotional insight. Performances from historians and former officials are informative yet restrained, offering limited personal connection to Marwan’s inner motives. This relative detachment reduces character depth, resulting in a modest appraisal of the film’s ability to evoke empathy.
- Story & Flow 68
The narrative structure assembles a dense chronology of geopolitical events, maintaining intrigue through successive revelations about Marwan’s alleged double‑agent role. While the film’s originality shines in juxtaposing Israeli and Egyptian testimonies, pacing falters as certain segments revisit the same arguments, creating a circular feeling. Overall, the story remains engaging but is hampered by redundancy.
- Sensory Experience 60
The documentary’s soundscape pairs interview audio with ambient recordings, sustaining a sober tonal atmosphere. Visuals primarily consist of archival photographs and newsreel clips, presented without striking stylistic flourishes. Though competent, the lack of distinctive musical cues or dynamic cinematography results in a functional but unremarkable sensory experience.
- Rewatch Factor 60
Despite its informative content, the film’s unresolved conclusion and occasional repetitions diminish its rewatch appeal. Viewers seeking a definitive answer may find the open‑ended approach frustrating, while those interested in the historical puzzle might return for its rich primary sources. Consequently, the documentary offers moderate replay value.
The Spy Who Fell to Earth Also Known As
11 alternative titles, including “L'Espion tombé du ciel” and “지구에 떨어진 스파이”.
- Also known as
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- L'Espion tombé du ciel
- 지구에 떨어진 스파이
- La spia che cadde sulla Terra
- 墜落的間諜
- O Caso Marwan - Suicído ou Assassinato?
- 跌落的间谍
- A kém, aki lezuhant a Földre
- 엔젤의 추락
- Dünyaya Düşen Casus
- The Spy Who Fell to Earth: Vakoojan tarina
- המרגל שנפל לאדמה
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The Spy Who Fell to Earth FAQ: Cast & Runtime
Runtime, release date, cast and post-credit scenes of The Spy Who Fell to Earth, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Spy Who Fell to Earth?
The Spy Who Fell to Earth runs 1 hour 34 minutes (94 minutes).
When was The Spy Who Fell to Earth released?
The Spy Who Fell to Earth was released on April 1, 2019.
Who is in the cast of The Spy Who Fell to Earth?
The Spy Who Fell to Earth stars Ahron Bregman, Ashraf Marwan and Nikita Khrushchev, among 27 credited actors.
Does The Spy Who Fell to Earth have a post-credit scene?
No. The Spy Who Fell to Earth has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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