Breaking the Code movie poster

Breaking the Code

September 17, 1996 1h 31m 5.1/10 (16 votes)

Originally released in 1996. Breaking the Code is a history/drama film. directed by Herbert Wise.

Starring Derek Jacobi, Alun Armstrong, and Blake Ritson

Synopsis

A biography of the English mathematician Alan Turing, who was one of the inventors of the digital computer and one of the key figures in the breaking of the Enigma code, used by the Germans to send secret orders to their U-boats in World War II. Turing was also a homosexual in Britain at a time when this was illegal, besides being a security risk.

Quick Facts

📅
Release Date September 17, 1996 29 years ago
⏱️
Runtime 1h 31m 91 minutes total
User Rating 5.1/10 Mixed (16 votes)
🌍
Language English Original language
🎬
Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • BBC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Breaking the Code about?

A biography of the English mathematician Alan Turing, who was one of the inventors of the digital computer and one of the key figures in the breaking of the Enigma code, used by the Germans to send...

Who directed Breaking the Code?

Breaking the Code was directed by Herbert Wise.

How long is Breaking the Code?

Breaking the Code has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).

When was Breaking the Code released?

Breaking the Code was released on September 17, 1996 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Breaking the Code?

The main cast of Breaking the Code includes Derek Jacobi, Alun Armstrong, Blake Ritson, Prunella Scales, Harold Pinter.