The Man Who Never Was

The narrative revolves around British counter-intelligence agent Ewen Montagu, who orchestrates a clever deception to mislead German forces during World War II. As the Allied invasion of Sicily approaches, Montagu's plan convinces the Germans that the next attack will occur in Greece, leading them to divert their troops. This strategic maneuver proves crucial, as even weeks into the actual invasion, the Germans remain misled, showcasing the effectiveness of intelligence operations in wartime.