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The Drum
“MEN BATTLE FOR THEIR LIVES... WOMEN FIGHT FOR THEIR LOVE... IN A MIGHTY SAGA OF CONQUEST ON INDIA'S FRONTIER”
6.1 / 10• 1938• 1h 44m•NR• English
AdventureWar
Storyline
Set in the India of the British Raj, the evil and untrustworthy Prince Guhl (Raymond Massey) plans to wipe out the British troops as they enjoy the hospitality of Guhl's spacious palace. It's up to the loyal young Prince Azim (Sabu) to warn the troops of Guhl's treachery by tapping out a message on his drum.
Cast & Crew
Sabu
Prince Azim
Lead
Raymond Massey
Prince Ghul
Valerie Hobson
Mrs. Carruthers
Roger Livesey
Capt. Carruthers
David Tree
Lieut. Escott
Desmond Tester
Bill Holder
Francis L. Sullivan
Governor
Archibald Batty
Major Bond
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Zoltan Korda's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Drum is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
