Set against the backdrop of the Cold War, this gripping thriller follows the tense relationship between a seasoned CIA operative and his protégé. As the story unfolds, Scorpio, a skilled freelance operative, receives orders to eliminate his former mentor Cross. What follows is a thrilling game of survival and deception, a classic cat-and-mouse chase with high stakes. Featuring standout performances from Burt Lancaster, Alain Delon, and Paul Scofield, this film is directed by Michael Winner and filled with suspense.