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Night of the Fox
This classic war movie stars George Peppard and Michael York in a gripping tale of danger, intrigue, and a deadly secret that could determine the fate of millions. U.S. Officer Colonel Hugh Kelso has inside knowledge about the imminent and highly secretive D-Day Invasion. When he washes ashore behind enemy lines, special agents Harry Martineau and Sara Drayton of the Allied Forces must stage a covert rescue to save his life – or end it – before the Germans acquire the valuable information he possesses. Joined by an Italian naval officer and a Jewish actor-turned-German paratrooper, the agents embark on a thrilling rescue mission with a shocking twist.
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Plot Summary
During World War II, a captured American pilot is used by the Nazis to lure a British agent into a trap. However, the pilot, driven by a desire to escape and expose the German plot, finds himself caught in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. He must outwit both his captors and the enemy agent to survive and prevent a devastating outcome.
Critical Reception
Night of the Fox received mixed reviews, with some critics praising its action sequences and Selleck's performance, while others found the plot predictable and the execution lacking. It was generally considered a decent made-for-television thriller but not a standout in the war genre.
What Reviewers Say
Praise for Tom Selleck's charismatic performance as the reluctant hero.
Criticism for a formulaic plot that offered few surprises.
Appreciation for the wartime setting and suspenseful moments.
Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, with many viewers enjoying the film as a straightforward wartime adventure. Some viewers found the plot to be somewhat predictable but appreciated the action and Selleck's leading role.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended as a pilot for a potential television series.
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