The Secret War of Harry Frigg

The Secret War of Harry Frigg

It's not who you con. It's how you do it.

Directed by Jack Smight

Produced by Universal Pictures

1968110 min6.2 / 10

A lighthearted WWII comedy caper built on con artistry, military absurdity, and romantic entanglement, where charm and wit matter more than danger.

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...

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  • Is The Secret War of Harry Frigg sad? Barely. Less sad than 89% of films.

  • Does The Secret War of Harry Frigg end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.

  • Is The Secret War of Harry Frigg easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 77% of films.

  • Is The Secret War of Harry Frigg violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.

  • Is The Secret War of Harry Frigg scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.

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