Guns at Batasi (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1964, Guns at Batasi is an action, drama and war film directed by John Guillermin, running about 103 minutes. “Outnumbered A Hundred to One - Yet Fighting Like a Thousand Heroes in a Hell Spot Called Batasi!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An anachronistic martinet RSM on a remote Colonial African army caught in a local coup d'etat must use his experience to defend those in his care.
Who’s in it. Guns at Batasi stars Richard Attenborough as Regimental Sgt. Major Lauderdale, Jack Hawkins as Colonel Deal, Flora Robson as Miss Barker-Wise and John Leyton as Private Wilkes, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Guns at Batasi has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Guns at Batasi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Guns at Batasi 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 Guns at Batasi (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Guns at Batasi change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Guns at Batasi worth watching?
- Guns at Batasi holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Guns at Batasi?
- Guns at Batasi stars Richard Attenborough, Jack Hawkins, Flora Robson, John Leyton and Mia Farrow.
- When was Guns at Batasi released?
- Guns at Batasi was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.