Lion of the Desert
Director: Moustapha Akkad
"He was a man of honor in a war without any."
Resistance leader Omar Mukhtar opposes Italian colonization before World War II. The brutal guerrilla war against Italian General Rodolfo Graziani and the Fascist forces of Benito Mussolini highlights the struggle for Libyan independence and the harsh tactics utilised by the colonisers.
Where to Watch
Philo
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Cast
Anthony Quinn
Omar al-Mukhtar
Oliver Reed
General Rodolfo Graziani
Irene Papas
Mabrouka
Raf Vallone
Colonel Diodiece
Rod Steiger
Benito Mussolini
John Gielgud
Sharif El Gariani
Andrew Keir
Salem
Gastone Moschin
Major Tomelli
Stefano Patrizi
Lieutenant Sandrini
Adolfo Lastretti
Colonel Sarsani
Sky du Mont
Prince Amadeo
Şahin Çelik
Prince Amadeo (voice)
In brief
Lion of the Desert (1981) is a history, war, drama film. With an average rating of 7.3/10 from 205 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 2h 53min. You can stream it on: Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Lion of the Desert online?
Lion of the Desert is available on the following streaming services: Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.
How long is Lion of the Desert?
Lion of the Desert runs 173 minutes (2h 53min).
What rating does Lion of the Desert have?
Lion of the Desert has an average rating of 7.3/10 based on 205 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is Lion of the Desert from?
Lion of the Desert was released in 1981.
