Movies like Eye of the Needle

This political thriller, featuring Robert Redford as a CIA analyst on the run, encapsulates a web of deception and danger. Those who appreciate the blend of romance and betrayal in Eye of the Needle will find Three Days of the Condor equally enthralling with its espionage-action sequences and complex storytelling.

For those who enjoy the hunt for a double agent, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy offers an intricate puzzle set during the Cold War. The film's slow-burn tension and complex narrative will resonate with fans of the methodical pace and intricate plotting found in Eye of the Needle.

The Day of the Jackal is a gripping thriller that follows a professional assassin known only as 'The Jackal' who is hired to kill Charles de Gaulle, the President of France. Its meticulous attention to detail and cat-and-mouse chase will appeal to fans of Eye of the Needle for its espionage elements and relentless suspense.

With its story of brainwashing and political assassination plots, The Manchurian Candidate delivers a chilling look at the darker side of espionage. Fans of Eye of the Needle's suspenseful and psychological drama will appreciate the film's similar themes of manipulation and intrigue.

Another spy film set during the Cold War, The Fourth Protocol features Michael Caine as a British intelligence officer who must stop a secret plot that threatens global security. Fans of Eye of the Needle's blend of espionage and tension will find this movie's narrative compelling and its attention to detail impressive.