Movie

The Best of Enemies

“Meet the craziest pair of soldiers ever to play at war! - they're both prisoners - but who captured whom?”

★ 6.9(40)19611h 44m

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Good to know

Director: Guy Hamilton
Release date: 1961-10-26
Runtime: 1h 44m
Language: Italian
Status: Released
Country: Italy
Studio: DDL Cinematografica

About The Best of Enemies

The Best of Enemies is a 1961 movie in the Comedy and War genres, directed by Guy Hamilton, starring David Niven, Alberto Sordi and Michael Wilding. It has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 40 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Best of Enemies in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

During World War II, a plane full of RAF fighter crashes in the Ethiopian desert and they are met upon by an enemy Italian patrol that allows them to go free. But, when the Brits are given orders to attack the Italians, lots of problems ensue.

Cast

David Niven

Maj. Richardson

Alberto Sordi

Capt. Blasi

Michael Wilding

Lt. Burke

Harry Andrews

Capt. Rootes

Noel Harrison

Lt. Hilary

Amedeo Nazzari

Maj. Fornari

Aldo Giuffrè

Sgt. Todini

David Opatoshu

Bernasconi

Tiberio Mitri

Pvt. Moccia

Alessandro Ninchi

Sub. Lt. Del Pra

Pietro Marascalchi

Cpl. Bortolini

Bruno Cattaneo

Pvt. Mattone

Themes & keywords

world war iiethiopiaairplane crashgrudging respecttechnirama

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Best of Enemies in Canada?+

The Best of Enemies is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Best of Enemies on Netflix?+

The Best of Enemies is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is The Best of Enemies?+

The Best of Enemies has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).

Who stars in The Best of Enemies?+

The Best of Enemies stars David Niven, Alberto Sordi, Michael Wilding, Harry Andrews and Noel Harrison.

When did The Best of Enemies come out?+

The Best of Enemies is a 1961 movie directed by Guy Hamilton.

What genre is The Best of Enemies?+

The Best of Enemies is Comedy and War film.

Who directed The Best of Enemies?+

The Best of Enemies was directed by Guy Hamilton.