The Desert (1983): cast, story & where to watch
1983 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1983, The Desert is an action, thriller and horror film directed by Çetin İnanç, running about 77 minutes.
What it’s about. A film commonly known as “Turkish Jaws” that has little to do with Jaws. From the director who brought you “Turkish Star Wars”.
Who’s in it. The Desert stars Cüneyt Arkın, Hüseyin Peyda, Salih Kırmızı and Emel Tümer, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Desert has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Desert page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Desert tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Desert (1983)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Desert change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Desert worth watching?
- The Desert holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Desert?
- The Desert stars Cüneyt Arkın, Hüseyin Peyda, Salih Kırmızı, Emel Tümer and Nejat Gürçen.
- When was The Desert released?
- The Desert was released in 1983, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.