Sword in the Desert (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1949, Sword in the Desert is an action, drama and war film directed by George Sherman, running about 101 minutes. “Their story is written in the burning sands and Bullets Sing the Fame of Their Deeds !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. First American film about the conflict between Jewish nationalists and the British in the creation of the state of Israel.
Who’s in it. Sword in the Desert stars Dana Andrews as Mike Dillon, Märta Torén as Sabra, Stephen McNally as David Vogel and Philip Friend as Lt. Ellerton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Sword in the Desert sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sword in the Desert page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sword in the Desert 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 Sword in the Desert (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sword in the Desert change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sword in the Desert worth watching?
- Sword in the Desert holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sword in the Desert?
- Sword in the Desert stars Dana Andrews, Märta Torén, Stephen McNally, Philip Friend and Jeff Chandler.
- When was Sword in the Desert released?
- Sword in the Desert was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 101 minutes.