The Desert Song (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1939, The Desert Song is a drama film directed by Paul Martin.
What it’s about. When the famous singer Grace Collins got off the plane that had flown her a remote place in Northen Africa little did she know she would meet love and adventure there. If she came there, it was to visit Sir Collins, her stepfather. Falling in love was not on the agenda but how could she resist the charm of Nic Brenten, an alluring and idealistic Dutch engineer? Butcan devotion and generosity really compete with the greed of someone like Sir Collins, a cynical financier who wants to dispossess the locals of the copper mine Brenten helps them to develop ?...
Who’s in it. The Desert Song stars Zarah Leander as Grace Collins, Gustav Knuth as Nic Brenten, Ingenieur, Franz Schafheitlin as Finanzier and Friedrich Domin as Sir Collins, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Desert Song 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 Song page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Desert Song tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Desert Song (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Desert Song change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Desert Song worth watching?
- The Desert Song holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Desert Song?
- The Desert Song stars Zarah Leander, Gustav Knuth, Franz Schafheitlin, Friedrich Domin and Gerhard Bienert.
- When was The Desert Song released?
- The Desert Song was released in 1939.