55 Days at Peking

55 Days at Peking

Directed by Nicholas Ray
19632hr 34min

Step into the chaotic world of the 1900 Boxer Rebellion in "55 Days at Peking." Diplomats, soldiers, and a colorful array of characters from different nations find themselves trapped in the International Compound in Peking, fighting for their survival against the menacing forces of the Boxers. As tensions rise and alliances shift, the unlikely heroes must band together to withstand the overwhelming odds stacked against them.

Amidst the chaos and danger, viewers will be drawn into a gripping tale of courage, betrayal, and resilience. With the fate of the International Compound hanging in the balance, the film expertly weaves together a narrative filled with suspense and intrigue. Join this diverse group of individuals as they navigate treacherous waters, facing not only the physical threats outside the compound but also the internal conflicts that threaten to tear them apart. "55 Days at Peking" is a thrilling historical drama that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.

Cast

Charlton Heston

Maj. Matt Lewis

Charlton Heston

Ava Gardner

Baroness Natalie Ivanoff

Ava Gardner

David Niven

Sir Arthur Robertson

David Niven

John Ireland

Sgt. Harry

John Ireland

Harry Andrews

Father de Bearn

Harry Andrews

Burt Kwouk

Old Man (voice)

Burt Kwouk

Paul Naschy

Extra (uncredited)

Paul Naschy

Jūzō Itami

Col. Shiba

Jūzō Itami

Walter Gotell

Capt. Hoffman

Walter Gotell

Paul Lukas

Dr. Steinfeldt

Paul Lukas

John Moulder-Brown

Tommy (uncredited)

John Moulder-Brown

Geoffrey Bayldon

Flora Robson

Dowager Empress Tzu-Hsi

Flora Robson

Leo Genn

Gen. Jung-Lu

Leo Genn

Robert Urquhart

Capt. Hanley

Robert Urquhart

Philippe Leroy

Julliard

Philippe Leroy

George Wang

Boxer Chief (uncredited)

George Wang

Robert Rietti

Spanish Minister (voice) (uncredited)

Robert Rietti

Lucille Soong

Concubine (uncredited)

Lucille Soong

Fernando Sancho

Belgian Minister (uncredited)

Fernando Sancho

Michael Chow

Chiang (uncredited)

Michael Chow

Mervyn Johns

Clergyman

Mervyn Johns

Robert Helpmann

Prince Tuan

Robert Helpmann

Jacques Sernas

Maj. Bobrinski

Jacques Sernas

Eric Pohlmann

Baron von Meck

Eric Pohlmann

Kurt Kasznar

Baron Sergei Ivanoff

Kurt Kasznar

Mike Steen

Undetermined Role (uncredited)

Mike Steen

Alfred Lynch

Gerald (uncredited)

Alfred Lynch

Nicholas Ray

US Minister (uncredited)

Nicholas Ray

Joseph Fürst

Capt. Hanselman

Joseph Fürst

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