Botany Bay
"SAVAGE as the Great Continent They Invaded!"
Originally released in 1952. Botany Bay is a adventure/romance film. directed by John Farrow.
Starring Alan Ladd, James Mason, and Patricia Medina
Synopsis
Based on the story of the start of Australia's colonisation. An American medical student is falsely convicted of robbery, with his sentence involving the torturous voyage with other prisoners to the new penal colony at Botany Bay. Because of his attempt to escape, evil Captain Gilbert decides to return him to England on charges of mutiny.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 26, 1952
73 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (23 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Alan Ladd
as Hugh Tallant
James Mason
as Capt. Paul Gilbert
Patricia Medina
as Sally Munroe
Cedric Hardwicke
as Gov. Phillip
Murray Matheson
as Rev. Mortimer Thynne
Anita Sharp-Bolster
as Moll Cudlip (as Anita Bolster)
Jonathan Harris
as Tom Oakly
Hugh Pryse
as Ned Inching
Dorothy Patten
as Mrs. Nellie Garth
John Hardy
as Nat Garth
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Botany Bay about?
Based on the story of the start of Australia's colonisation. An American medical student is falsely convicted of robbery, with his sentence involving the torturous voyage with other prisoners to th...
Who directed Botany Bay?
Botany Bay was directed by John Farrow.
How long is Botany Bay?
Botany Bay has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was Botany Bay released?
Botany Bay was released on December 26, 1952 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Botany Bay?
The main cast of Botany Bay includes Alan Ladd, James Mason, Patricia Medina, Cedric Hardwicke, Murray Matheson.