Breakaway
Originally released in 1956. Breakaway is a crime film. directed by Henry Cass. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Tom Conway, Michael Balfour, and Honor Blackman
Synopsis
When Johnny Matlock whisks away a cold war secret from under the noses of Berlin's top secret agents, his every move is followed when he returns to England. His girlfriend Paula is kidnapped but her handbag is discovered at the scene of the crime by the aristocratic private eye, Duke Martin. Inside it he discovers the secret formula that the agents are searching for and tracks down her sister Paula. As Johnny grows frantic for the safe return of his girlfriend, Duke Martin plays a deadly game of double bluff with the enemy agents.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 16, 1956
69 years ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
User Rating
5.2/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Cipa
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breakaway about?
When Johnny Matlock whisks away a cold war secret from under the noses of Berlin's top secret agents, his every move is followed when he returns to England. His girlfriend Paula is kidnapped but he...
Who directed Breakaway?
Breakaway was directed by Henry Cass.
How long is Breakaway?
Breakaway has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was Breakaway released?
Breakaway was released on July 16, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Breakaway?
The main cast of Breakaway includes Tom Conway, Michael Balfour, Honor Blackman, Brian Worth, Bruce Seton.