In 1957, lawyer James B. Donovan defends accused Soviet spy Rudolf Abel, an unenviable task due to his lack of criminal law experience and the strong anti-Communist sentiment. Despite the challenges, Donovan convinces the judge to sentence Abel to prison, rather than execution, in case the Soviets might have an American spy in custody.
Bridge of Spies
A seasoned lawyer navigates a complex web of espionage and diplomacy to defend a Soviet spy in a high-profile court case, while working with the CIA to secure the release of an American pilot held captive by the Soviet Union.
