Beau Geste
"Thundering drama!"
Originally released in 1939. Beau Geste is a adventure/drama film. directed by William A. Wellman.
Starring Gary Cooper, Ray Milland, and Robert Preston
Synopsis
When three brothers join the Foreign Legion to escape a troubled past, they find themselves trapped under the command of a sadistic sergeant deep in the scorching Sahara. Now the brothers must fight for their lives as they plot mutiny against tyranny and defend a desert fortress against a brutal enemy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 24, 1939
86 years ago
Runtime
1h 52m
112 minutes total
User Rating
6.9/10
Good (107 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Gary Cooper
as Beau Geste
Ray Milland
as John Geste
Robert Preston
as Digby Geste
Brian Donlevy
as Sergeant Markoff
Susan Hayward
as Isobel Rivers
J. Carrol Naish
as Rasinoff
Albert Dekker
as Schwartz
Broderick Crawford
as Hank Miller
Charles Barton
as Buddy McMonigal
James Stephenson
as Major Henri de Beaujolais
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beau Geste about?
When three brothers join the Foreign Legion to escape a troubled past, they find themselves trapped under the command of a sadistic sergeant deep in the scorching Sahara. Now the brothers must figh...
Who directed Beau Geste?
Beau Geste was directed by William A. Wellman.
How long is Beau Geste?
Beau Geste has a runtime of 1 hours and 52 minutes (112 minutes total).
When was Beau Geste released?
Beau Geste was released on July 24, 1939 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Beau Geste?
The main cast of Beau Geste includes Gary Cooper, Ray Milland, Robert Preston, Brian Donlevy, Susan Hayward.
Is Beau Geste worth watching?
Beau Geste has a user rating of 6.9/10 based on 107 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.