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War movie fans are in for a deal with as one of the most acclaimed movies in the style is now accessible to watch at no value.

This fashionable basic, which hit the big screen ten years in the past, provides a refined yet charming thriller set in the guts of the Cold War.

Not only does it characteristic one of Hollywood‘s most adored main males, Tom Hanks, but it was also directed by the legendary Steven Spielberg and obtained an spectacular six Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture.

Co-star Mark Rylance also bagged the Supporting Actor Oscar for his portrayal of the Soviet spy recognized under the pseudonym Rudolf Abel.

We’re referring, of course, to the enthralling Cold War thriller Bridge of Spies, which might be broadcast on BBC tonight (Wednesday, third September) at 10:40pm.

It will then be accessible for streaming on BBC iPlayer free of charge for a restricted period – followers ought to act swiftly though, as it could not stay on the platform for long.

The gripping historic thriller stars Tom Hanks as solicitor James B Donovan who is tasked with a perilous mission during the Cold War to negotiate the release of a CIA pilot from the Soviet Union in exchange for Abel’s freedom.

Bridge of Spies was met with instant important reward upon its release, a popularity that endures to this day, reviews the Mirror.

Empire praised the movie in their glowing review: “So godlike is Spielberg’s status that we often take his talents for granted.

“The unusual, riveting combine of Bridge Of Spies is another sterling reminder that we should not.”

New Statesman enthused: “The genius of the casting is in the distinction: Hanks, the richly sympathetic screen actor, and Rylance, no less colossal a expertise but one comparatively untried in cinema.”

Meanwhile, Us Weekly acclaimed: “When all the worldwide events finally meet up at the shadowy titular bridge, we get to witness humanity – and basic filmmaking – at its most interesting.”

Professional critics aren’t the only ones who regard the film as amongst Spielberg’s finest work, with one five-star Google review declaring: “This is one of those movies that you see again, years later, and understand so many issues that are great about it.

“The cinematography is both moody at times and intimate. The two leads are absolutely outstanding.

“I might call this an underrated movie on many ranges and it’s one of my very favourite Spielberg movies.”

Fancy a gripping thriller set during one of the 20th Century’s most turbulent eras?

Bridge of Spies airs on BBC Two tonight at 10:40pm and might be accessible to stream on BBC iPlayer.