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Hopscotch (1980)

"The most dangerous man in the world. He's about to expose the CIA, the FBI, the KGB ... and himself."

7.019801h 44mEN
ComedyAdventure

Directed by Ronald Neame

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

1h 44m

Language

EN

Release

September 26, 1980

Director

Ronald Neame

Official Trailer

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Overview

When CIA operative Miles Kendig deliberately lets KGB agent Yaskov get away, his boss threatens to retire him. Kendig beats him to it, however, destroying his own records and traveling to Austria where he begins work on a memoir that will expose all his former agency's covert practices. The CIA catc...

Cast

Walter Matthau

Walter Matthau

Miles Kendig

Glenda Jackson

Glenda Jackson

Isobel

Sam Waterston

Sam Waterston

Jack Cutter

Ned Beatty

Ned Beatty

Myerson

Herbert Lom

Herbert Lom

Yaskov

David Matthau

David Matthau

Ross

George Baker

George Baker

Westlake

Ivor Roberts

Ivor Roberts

Ludlum

Lucy Saroyan

Lucy Saroyan

Carla

Severn Darden

Severn Darden

Maddox

George Pravda

George Pravda

Saint Breheret

Jacquelyn Hyde

Jacquelyn Hyde

Realtor

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Hopscotch (1980), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

When CIA operative Miles Kendig deliberately lets KGB agent Yaskov get away, his boss threatens to retire him. Kendig beats him to it, however, destroying his own records and traveling to Austria where he begins work on a memoir that will expose all his former agency's covert practices. The CIA catches wind of the book and sends other agents after him, initiating a frenetic game of cat and mouse that spans the globe.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Hopscotch. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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