The stakes were never higher or more dangerous for Eric Erickson, an American businessman turned Swedish oil-trader. Erickson finds his life and fortunes held hostage when he's blackmailed by British agents and forced into the perilous arena of World War II espionage. Based on a true story and brilliantly played by William Holden, this taut, real-life spy thriller brings you to the frontline of World War II. Spectacularly filmed in Berlin, Hamburg, Stockholm and Copenhagen, The Counterfeit Traitor transports you to the center of one of the world's greatest conflicts.
The "Counterfeit Traitor" DVD by PAHE brings to your home a gripping World War II espionage thriller based on true events. This classic film, released in 1962, stars the legendary William Holden as Eric Erickson, an American-born Swedish oil executive who is coerced into spying for the Allies inside Nazi Germany. The movie masterfully blends suspense and drama as Erickson risks everything to undermine the Nazi war machine from within. Directed by George Seaton?an Academy Award-winning filmmaker known for masterpieces like "Miracle on 34th Street" and "Airport"?the film boasts a stellar cast including Lilli Palmer and Hugh Griffith. William Holden was already celebrated worldwide for his roles in classics such as "Sunset Boulevard," "Stalag 17," and "The Bridge on the River Kwai." Lilli Palmer brought her acclaimed European stage presence to Hollywood hits like ?Cloak and Dagger,? while Hugh Griffith won an Oscar for his role in ?Ben-Hur.? PAHE is renowned for its high-quality releases of cinematic treasures, ensuring excellent picture quality and collectible packaging that appeals to discerning movie lovers.
Actors:
William Holden, Lilli Palmer, Hugh Griffith, Carl Raddatz, Ernst Schröder, Charles Regnier, Ingrid van Bergen, Wolfgang Preiss, Werner Peters, Erica Beer, Klaus Kinski