NHTI Screens Classic Wartime Spy Thriller "Night Train to Munich"

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NHTI's Friday Night at the Movies is presenting a screening of the 1940 wartime thriller "Night Train to Munich" on February 20th. The film, directed by the acclaimed Carol Reed, follows a British spy who boards the night train to Munich in a desperate attempt to rescue a scientist and his daughter from the Nazis. Featuring a talented cast including Rex Harrison, Margaret Lockwood, and Paul Henreid, the stylish and fast-paced movie blends puckish humor, political intrigue, and dramatic tension.

Why it matters

"Night Train to Munich" is considered a classic of the wartime spy genre, showcasing the talents of director Carol Reed who would go on to helm other acclaimed films like "The Third Man" and "Odd Man Out". The screening provides a chance for film fans to experience this thrilling and witty thriller on the big screen.

The details

The 90-minute film "Night Train to Munich" follows an intrepid British spy who boards the night train to Munich in a desperate attempt to rescue a scientist and his daughter from the Nazis. The movie features a talented cast including Rex Harrison, Margaret Lockwood, and Paul Henreid, and is known for blending puckish humor, political intrigue, and dramatic tension.

• The screening of "Night Train to Munich" will take place on Friday, February 20th at 7 p.m.
• The film was originally released in 1940.

What’s next

NHTI students can enter the screening for free, while all other attendees can purchase tickets for $10 at the door on the night of the event.