Movie

The Desperate Ones

★ 8.0(1)19671h 44m

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Good to know

Director: Alexander Ramati
Release date: 1967-07-26
Runtime: 1h 44m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Spain
Studio: David Films

About The Desperate Ones

The Desperate Ones is a 1967 movie in the Adventure and Drama genres, directed by Alexander Ramati, starring Maximilian Schell, Irene Papas and Raf Vallone. It has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Desperate Ones in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In 1941, two Polish brothers escape a Soviet gulag. Their only escape route is through the impossible mountains of Afghanistan and the KGB is on their tail.

Cast

Maximilian Schell

Marek

Irene Papas

Ajmi

Raf Vallone

Victor

Theodore Bikel

Kisielev

Maria Perschy

Marusia

Fernando Rey

Ibram

George Voskovec

Doctor

Alberto de Mendoza

Hamlat

Antonio Vico

Ulug Beg

Vicente Sangiovanni

Shura

Boyd Holister

Ukranian NKVD

Danny Steinmann

NKVD Guard

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Desperate Ones in United States?+

The Desperate Ones is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Desperate Ones on Netflix?+

The Desperate Ones is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is The Desperate Ones?+

The Desperate Ones has a runtime of 1 hour 44 minutes (104 minutes).

Who stars in The Desperate Ones?+

The Desperate Ones stars Maximilian Schell, Irene Papas, Raf Vallone, Theodore Bikel and Maria Perschy.

When did The Desperate Ones come out?+

The Desperate Ones is a 1967 movie directed by Alexander Ramati.

What genre is The Desperate Ones?+

The Desperate Ones is Adventure and Drama film.

Who directed The Desperate Ones?+

The Desperate Ones was directed by Alexander Ramati.