Tobruk
Synopsis
In September 1942, the German Afrika Korps under Rommel have successfully pushed the Allies back into Egypt. A counter-attack is planned, for which the fuel dumps at Tobruk are a critical impediment. In order to aid the attack, a group of British commandos and German Jews make their way undercover through 800 miles of desert, to destroy the fuel dumps starving the Germans of fuel.
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Top Cast
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Rock Hudson
Major Donald Craig
George Peppard
Captain Kurt Bergman
Nigel Green
Colonel John Harker
Guy Stockwell
Lt. Max Mohnfeld
Jack Watson
Sgt. Maj. Jack Tyne
Norman Rossington
Alfie
Percy Herbert
Dolan
Liam Redmond
Henry Portman
Heidy Hunt
Cheryl Portman
Leo Gordon
Sgt. Krug
Robert Wolders
Corporal Bruckner
Curt Lowens
German Colonel
Anthony Ashdown
Rico Cattani
Peter Coe
Lawrence Montaigne
Robert F. Hoy
Phil Adams
Release History & Theatrical Window
London
Festival / Special Debut
February 7, 1967
Wide Cinema Exhibition
November 17, 2014
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur Hiller
- Screenplay & Story
- Leo Gordon
- Original Score
- Bronislau Kaper
- Original Title
- Tobruk
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- German, Italian, English, Arabic
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- The Corman Company, Universal Pictures, Gibraltar Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur Hiller
Leo Gordon
Bronislau Kaper
Russell Harlan
Robert C. Jones
Gene Corman
Department Leadership Roster
Arthur Hiller
Director
Gene Corman
Producer
Russell Harlan
Director of Photography
Robert C. Jones
Editor
Bronislau Kaper
Original Music Composer
Leo Gordon
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tobruk
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What is Tobruk about?
In September 1942, the German Afrika Korps under Rommel have successfully pushed the Allies back into Egypt. A counter-attack is planned, for which the fuel dumps at Tobruk are a critical impediment. In order to aid the attack, a group of British commandos and German Jews make their way undercover through 800 miles of desert, to destroy the fuel dumps starving the Germans of fuel.
Who directed Tobruk?
Tobruk was directed by Arthur Hiller.
Who stars in Tobruk?
The principal cast of Tobruk includes Rock Hudson, George Peppard, Nigel Green, Guy Stockwell, Jack Watson.
When was Tobruk released and how long is it?
Tobruk was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
Who composed the musical score for Tobruk?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tobruk was composed by Bronislau Kaper.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Tobruk?
Tobruk holds official age classifications: GB: PG (Parental Guidance — Unlikely to upset children 8 and older.).