Plot — What is The Desert Rats about?
In North Africa, German Field Marshal Rommel and his troops have successfully fended off British forces, and now intend to take Tobruk, an important port city. A ramshackle group of Australian reinforcements sent to combat the Germans is put under the command of British Captain MacRoberts. The unruly Aussies immediately clash with MacRoberts, a gruff, strict disciplinarian, however this unorthodox team must band together to protect Tobruk from the German forces.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1953 |
| Genre | War, Action |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 88 min |
| Audience Score | 63% (6.3/10, 105 votes) |
The Desert Rats — FAQ
Is The Desert Rats worth watching? The Desert Rats holds a 6.3/10 rating from 105 viewers. In North Africa, German Field Marshal Rommel and his troops have successfully fended off British forces, and now intend to take Tobruk, an important port city. A ramshackle group of Australian reinforcements sent to comb
Who directed The Desert Rats? Directed by Robert Wise.
Who is in the cast of The Desert Rats? It stars Richard Burton, James Mason, Robert Newton, Robert Douglas, Torin Thatcher, Chips Rafferty and more.
Where can I stream The Desert Rats? Streaming availability for The Desert Rats is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did The Desert Rats release? It released in 1953.
