A hapless New York advertising executive is mistaken for a government agent by a group of foreign spies, and is pursued across the country while he looks for a way to survive.
Middle-aged Madison Avenue advertising executive Roger O. Thornhill is mistaken for a government agent by a gang of spies. He gets involved in a series of misadventures and is pursued across the States by both the spies and the government whilst being helped by a beautiful blonde.
Written by Col Needham <col@imdb.com>
James Mason suffered a severe heart attack shortly after filming ended.
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Goofs
Audio/visual unsynchronized:
When Eve and Roger are kissing after the porter leaves the compartment there is no movement nor is there any noise from the train. You can even hear Eve leaning against the wall of the compartment as it creaks as Roger presses against her.
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Quotes
Roger Thornhill:
I don't like the games you play, Professor. The Professor:
War is hell, Mr. Thornhill. Even when it's a cold one. Roger Thornhill:
If you fellows can't lick the VanDamm's of this world without asking girls like her to bed down with them and fly away with them and probably never come back, perhaps you ought to start learning how to lose a few cold wars. The Professor:
I'm afraid we're already doing that. See more »
Crazy Credits
Right after his credit as director during the opening credits, Alfred
Hitchcock is running toward the door of the city bus just as it slams shut
on him!
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