The Codebreaker
Wife. Mother. Secret American Hero.
Overview
Discover the fascinating story of Elizebeth Smith Friedman, the groundbreaking cryptanalyst who helped bring down gangsters and break up a Nazi spy ring in South America. Her work helped lay the foundation for modern codebreaking today.
Key Crew
Writer: Jason Fargone, Chana Gazit
Producer: Hilary Klotz Steinman, Chana Gazit
Director: Chana Gazit
Top Cast
Videos
The Codebreaker | American Experience | PBS
