Lion of the Desert
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.
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Frequently asked questions about Lion of the Desert
Where can I watch Lion of the Desert in the United States?
Lion of the Desert is available to stream on Philo, AMC+, Darkroom, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Lion of the Desert for free?
Lion of the Desert streams free with ads in the United States on Darkroom, The Roku Channel, Fandango at Home Free, and Plex. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Lion of the Desert?
Lion of the Desert scores 7.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Lion of the Desert?
Lion of the Desert stars Anthony Quinn, Oliver Reed, Irene Papas, Raf Vallone, and Rod Steiger. Moustapha Akkad is the director.
How long is Lion of the Desert?
Lion of the Desert runs 2h 53m (173 minutes).
When did Lion of the Desert come out?
Lion of the Desert was released on April 17, 1981.
Which studio made Lion of the Desert?
Lion of the Desert was produced by Falcon International Productions and Filmco International Productions in Libya, the United States, and the United Kingdom.
What was the budget for Lion of the Desert?
Lion of the Desert was made on a budget of $35,000,000.
How much did Lion of the Desert make at the box office?
Lion of the Desert grossed $1,502,136 worldwide, against a budget of $35,000,000.
What languages is Lion of the Desert in?
Lion of the Desert is in Arabic, English, and Italian, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.