Bob Sharkey, an instructor of would-be spies for the Allied Office of Strategic Services, becomes suspicious of one of the latest batch of students, Bill O'Connell, who is too good at espionage. His boss, Charles Gibson confirms that O'Connell is really a top German agent, but tells Sharkey to pass him, as they intend to feed the mole false information about the impending D-Day invasion.
During World War II, a French Resistance fighter infiltrates a Nazi espionage school in occupied France. Posing as a traitor to his own country, he navigates a dangerous game of deception and betrayal to uncover crucial intelligence. His mission becomes even more perilous as he falls in love with a beautiful Frenchwoman, adding personal stakes to the high-stakes espionage.
13 Rue Madeleine was generally well-received by critics for its taut direction, suspenseful plot, and strong performances, particularly from James Cagney. It's often cited as a solid example of a wartime espionage thriller with effective noir elements.
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The film was shot on location in New York City, with many scenes filmed in Greenwich Village, masquerading as occupied Paris.
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