The White Orchid (1954): cast, story & where to watch
1954 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1954, The White Orchid is an adventure and romance film directed by Reginald Le Borg, running about 81 minutes. “Xtabay... exotic jungle goddess!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the Southern Mexican jungle, an adventurous archaeologist is accompanied by an equally daring female photographer in a search for a lost Toltec city. They engage a guide to lead them on their expedition, and soon find themselves in the jungle's depths, far from civilization. Soon both the guide and the archaeologist are vying for the affection of the photographer. They must all deal with enormous danger and sacrifice before their quest is complete.
Who’s in it. The White Orchid stars William Lundigan as Robert Burton, Peggie Castle as Kathryn Williams, Armando Silvestre as Juan Cervantes and Rosenda Monteros as Lupita, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The White Orchid has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus and FlixFling and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The White Orchid page.
If you liked it. Fans of The White Orchid 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 The White Orchid (1954)?
- In US, The White Orchid is available to stream on MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus and FlixFling, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The White Orchid worth watching?
- The White Orchid holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The White Orchid?
- The White Orchid stars William Lundigan, Peggie Castle, Armando Silvestre, Rosenda Monteros and Jorge Treviño.
- When was The White Orchid released?
- The White Orchid was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.