Beau Geste (1966): cast, story & where to watch
1966 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1966, Beau Geste is an action, drama and war film directed by Douglas Heyes, running about 103 minutes. “The World's Immortal Adventure!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In 1906, two American brothers join the French Foreign Legion and, led by a sadistic Sergeant-Major, they defend a fort against Berber and Tuareg attack.
Who’s in it. Beau Geste stars Guy Stockwell as Beau Geste, Doug McClure as John Geste, Leslie Nielsen as Lt. De Ruse and Telly Savalas as Sgt. Maj. Dagineau, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Beau Geste 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 Beau Geste page.
If you liked it. Fans of Beau Geste 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 Beau Geste (1966)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Beau Geste change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Beau Geste worth watching?
- Beau Geste holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Beau Geste?
- Beau Geste stars Guy Stockwell, Doug McClure, Leslie Nielsen, Telly Savalas and David Mauro.
- When was Beau Geste released?
- Beau Geste was released in 1966, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.