Operation Crossbow, a lesser-known World War II film, is now available to stream for free on BBC iPlayer. The 1965 movie stars George Peppard, Sophia Loren, and Trevor Howard, and focuses on the Allied efforts to stop Nazi Germany's V-weapon program.
The film combines espionage and action, following a team of scientists and spies as they attempt to sabotage Hitler's secret weapons. Despite its star-studded cast and thrilling plot, Operation Crossbow has often been overlooked in discussions of classic war films.
Critics have praised the film's attention to historical detail and its tense, well-paced narrative. It offers a unique perspective on a crucial aspect of the war that is less frequently depicted in cinema.
BBC iPlayer's addition of Operation Crossbow gives viewers a chance to rediscover this hidden gem. The film is available to stream now, free of charge, for UK audiences.
