Desert Hell (1958): cast, story & where to watch
1958 · Film
Released in 1958, Desert Hell is an adventure and war film directed by Charles Marquis Warren, running about 82 minutes. “The Stormy Saga of the Legion of the Damned!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. This melodrama tells the tale of a great battle between the French Foreign Legion and the rebellious Arab tribe, the Tuaregs, who fight it out upon the blistering Sahara sands. Just before the Legionnaires embark upon their dangerous mission, the commander discovers that he is being cuckolded by his lieutenant. Because the mission is urgent, there is no time to fight over the commander's wife. Unfortunately, as they travel, the tension between the two mounts and they begin squabbling over how to plan the attack. Their inability to work together results in tragedy.
Who’s in it. Desert Hell stars Brian Keith as Capt. Robert Edwards, Barbara Hale as Celie Edwards, Richard Denning as Sgt. Major Pierre Benet and Johnny Desmond as Lt. Richard Forbes, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Desert Hell page.
If you liked it. Fans of Desert Hell 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 Desert Hell (1958)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Desert Hell change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Desert Hell?
- Desert Hell stars Brian Keith, Barbara Hale, Richard Denning, Johnny Desmond and Phillip Pine.
- When was Desert Hell released?
- Desert Hell was released in 1958, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.