Bengal Brigade (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1954, Bengal Brigade is an adventure, war and history film directed by László Benedek, running about 87 minutes. “From marble palace to teeming jungle all India rocked with the violence of the great rebellion !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Year 1856, British India. Capt. Jeffrey Claybourne is severely punished after disobeying an order. Feeling unworthy of his fiancée Vivian Morrow, the daughter of his superior officer, Claybourne leaves the army until he could regain his reputation. When the Rajah Karam launches an attack on the British forces in India, Claybourne finds a chance at redemption.
Who’s in it. Bengal Brigade stars Rock Hudson as Capt. Jeffrey Claybourne, Arlene Dahl as Vivian Morrow, Ursula Thiess as Latah and Torin Thatcher as Colonel Morrow, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Bengal Brigade has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bengal Brigade page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bengal Brigade tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bengal Brigade (1954)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bengal Brigade change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bengal Brigade worth watching?
- Bengal Brigade holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bengal Brigade?
- Bengal Brigade stars Rock Hudson, Arlene Dahl, Ursula Thiess, Torin Thatcher and Arnold Moss.
- When was Bengal Brigade released?
- Bengal Brigade was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.