The Desert Rats
Movie
1953
1 HOUR 28 MINS
War
A British battalion, stationed in North Africa during World War II, must hold their ground against the superior forces of the German Afrika Korps.
Cast & Crew
Richard Burton Capt. "Tammy" MacRoberts
James Mason Field Marshal Erwin von Rommel
Robert Newton Tom Bartlett
Robert Douglas General
Torin Thatcher Col. Barney White
Chips Rafferty Sgt. "Blue" Smith
Charles Davis Pete
Ben Wright Mick
Robert Wise Director
Richard Murphy Screenwriter
Robert L. Jacks Producer
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Saturday, May 3
British captain (Richard Burton) leads Australian division against Rommel (James Mason).
Thursday, May 8
British captain (Richard Burton) leads Australian division against Rommel (James Mason).
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