Ice Cold in Alex
“3 guys...and a couple of gals...and the mission that led them through 600 miles of burning hell!”
Synopsis
A group of army personnel and nurses attempt a dangerous and arduous trek across the deserts of North Africa during the second world war. The leader of the team dreams of his ice cold beer when he reaches Alexandria.
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Ice Cold in Alex TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-06-02
Top Cast
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John Mills
Captain Anson
Sylvia Syms
Sister Diana Murdoch
Anthony Quayle
Captain van der Poel
Harry Andrews
M.S.M. Pugh
Diane Clare
Sister Denise Norton
Richard Leech
Captain Crosbie
Liam Redmond
Brigadier (D.D.M.S.)
Allan Cuthbertson
Brigadier's Staff Officer
David Lodge
C.M.P Captain (Tank Trap)
Michael Nightingale
C.M.P Captain (Check Point)
Basil Hoskins
C.M.P Lieutenant (Alexandria)
Walter Gotell
1st German Officer
Richard Marner
German Guard
Peter Arne
British Officer at Oasis
Paul Stassino
Barman
Frederick Jaeger
2nd German Officer
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 22, 1961
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 12, 2011
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Lee Thompson
- Screenplay & Story
- T. J. Morrison, Christopher Landon
- Original Score
- Leighton Lucas
- Original Title
- Ice Cold in Alex
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- German, English
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Production Studios
- Associated British Picture Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Lee Thompson
T. J. Morrison, Christopher Landon
Leighton Lucas
Gilbert Taylor
Richard Best
W.A. Whittaker
Department Leadership Roster
J. Lee Thompson
Director
T. J. Morrison
Screenplay
Christopher Landon
Screenplay
Gilbert Taylor
Director of Photography
Richard Best
Editor
W.A. Whittaker
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ice Cold in Alex
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What is Ice Cold in Alex about?
A group of army personnel and nurses attempt a dangerous and arduous trek across the deserts of North Africa during the second world war. The leader of the team dreams of his ice cold beer when he reaches Alexandria.
Who directed Ice Cold in Alex?
Ice Cold in Alex was directed by J. Lee Thompson.
Who stars in Ice Cold in Alex?
The principal cast of Ice Cold in Alex includes John Mills, Sylvia Syms, Anthony Quayle, Harry Andrews, Diane Clare.
When was Ice Cold in Alex released and how long is it?
Ice Cold in Alex was released in 1958 with a total runtime of 2h 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Ice Cold in Alex?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ice Cold in Alex was composed by Leighton Lucas.
Is Ice Cold in Alex based on a book or true story?
Ice Cold in Alex is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Christopher Landon".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ice Cold in Alex?
Ice Cold in Alex holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).