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Lion of the Desert

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This movie tells the story of Omar Mukhtar, an Arab Muslim rebel who fought against the Italian conquest of Libya in WWII. It gives western viewers a glimpse into this little-known region and chapter of history, and exposes the savage means by which the conquering army attempted to subdue the natives.

04-17-1981
2h 53m
Lion of the Desert
Backdrop for Lion of the Desert

Main Cast

Anthony Quinn

Anthony Quinn

Omar Mukhtar

Rod Steiger

Rod Steiger

Benito Mussolini

Oliver Reed

Oliver Reed

Gen. Rodolfo Graziani

Irene Papas

Irene Papas

Mabrouka

Raf Vallone

Raf Vallone

Colonel Diodiece

John Gielgud

John Gielgud

Sharif El Gariani

Andrew Keir

Andrew Keir

Salem

Movie Details

Production Info

Director:
Moustapha Akkad
Writers:
David Butler, H.A.L. Craig
Production:
Falcon International Productions, Filmco International Productions
Revenue:
$1,502,136
Budget:
$35,000,000

Key Crew

Writer:
David Butler
Director:
Moustapha Akkad
Writer:
H.A.L. Craig
Stunt Coordinator:
Glenn Randall Jr.
Special Effects Supervisor:
Kit West

Locations and Languages

Country:
US
Filming:
LY; US
Languages:
en