Tripoli (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 5.6
Released in 1950, Tripoli is an action and adventure film directed by Will Price, running about 95 minutes. “From the halls of Montezuma to the shores of Tripoli ... the guts-and-glory story of the U.S. Marines!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1805, the United States battles the pirates of Tripoli as the Marines fight to raise the American flag.
Who’s in it. Tripoli stars Maureen O'Hara as Gräfin D'Arneau, John Payne as Lt. O'Bannion, Howard Da Silva as Capt. Demetrios and Phillip Reed as Hamet Karamanly, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Tripoli has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tripoli page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tripoli 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 Tripoli (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tripoli change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tripoli worth watching?
- Tripoli holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tripoli?
- Tripoli stars Maureen O'Hara, John Payne, Howard Da Silva, Phillip Reed and Grant Withers.
- When was Tripoli released?
- Tripoli was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.