The Desert Rats
The Desert Rats
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The Desert Rats (1953)

TV-PG (US) | USA | English, German | 88 min
Directed by: Robert Wise
6.7

Rommel has the British in retreat on his way to the Suez Canal. All that stands in his way is Tobruk, held by a vastly out numbered force of Australian troops. Richard Burton leads these troops on daring raids against Rommel, keeping him off balance as they earn the nickname 'The Desert Rats'.

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Best Writing, Story and Screenplay

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Release Date

USA
(Los Angeles, California)
1953-05-06
USA
(New York City, New York)
1953-05-08
UK
No data
1953-05-18
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Also Known As (A.K.A.)

The Desert Rats
(Original title)
Las ratas del desierto
Argentina
Die Wüstenratten
Austria
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Parent Guide

Sex & Nudity
Unrated
Violence & Gore
Unrated
Profanity
Unrated
Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking
Unrated
Frightening & Intense Scenes
Unrated