Five Gates to Hell (1959): cast, story & where to watch
1959 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1959, Five Gates to Hell is a drama, adventure and war film directed by James Clavell, running about 98 minutes. “White women enslaved in war-torn Indo-China!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A group of nurses, doctors and nuns are taken hostage in Vietnam and sent up river to a castle hideout so they can cure an ailing war general.
Who’s in it. Five Gates to Hell stars Dolores Michaels as Athena, Patricia Owens as Joy, Neville Brand as Chen Pamok and Ken Scott as Dr. John Richter, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Five Gates to Hell has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Five Gates to Hell page.
If you liked it. Fans of Five Gates to Hell tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Five Gates to Hell (1959)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Five Gates to Hell change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Five Gates to Hell worth watching?
- Five Gates to Hell holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Five Gates to Hell?
- Five Gates to Hell stars Dolores Michaels, Patricia Owens, Neville Brand, Ken Scott and Nobu McCarthy.
- When was Five Gates to Hell released?
- Five Gates to Hell was released in 1959, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.