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Lion of the Desert

7.319812h 53mPGMovieHistoryWarDrama

Resistance leader Omar Mukhtar opposes Italian colonization before World War II. The brutal guerrilla war against Italian General Rodolfo Graziani and the Fascist forces of Benito Mussolini highlights the struggle for Libyan independence and the harsh tactics utilised by the colonisers.

DirectorMoustapha Akkad
WritersDavid Butler·H.A.L. Craig
ProducersMoustapha Akkad·Geoffrey Helman

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PlexPlex
Availability shown for Philippines · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Moustapha Akkad

AQAnthony Quinn
Anthony Quinn
Omar al-Mukhtar
OROliver Reed
Oliver Reed
General Rodolfo Graziani
IPIrene Papas
Irene Papas
Mabrouka
RVRaf Vallone
Raf Vallone
Colonel Diodiece
RSRod Steiger
Rod Steiger
Benito Mussolini
JGJohn Gielgud
John Gielgud
Sharif El Gariani
AKAndrew Keir
Andrew Keir
Salem
GMGastone Moschin
Gastone Moschin
Major Tomelli
SPStefano Patrizi
Stefano Patrizi
Lieutenant Sandrini
AL
Adolfo Lastretti
Colonel Sarsani
SMSky du Mont
Sky du Mont
Prince Amadeo
ŞÇŞahin Çelik
Şahin Çelik
Prince Amadeo (voice)

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Lion of the Desert — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Lion of the Desert?

Lion of the Desert is streaming on Plex in Philippines. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Lion of the Desert on Netflix?

No, Lion of the Desert is not on Netflix in Philippines as of September 2026. It's currently on Plex.

Is Lion of the Desert on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Lion of the Desert isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Philippines right now. It's on Plex instead.

Where can I watch Lion of the Desert for free?

Lion of the Desert is available to stream free (with ads) on Plex in Philippines.

Is Lion of the Desert based on a true story?

Yes — Lion of the Desert is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).