Caravans
“The Power, the Sweep, the Spectacle of James Michener's Epic Desert Adventure!”
Synopsis
This epic adventure-drama based on James Michener's best-selling novel concerns a young American embassy official who is sent into the Middle-Eastern desert to find the missing daughter of a US Senator. The young woman has left her husband, a Colonel in the Shadom - she was his number two wife - and has opted for the lifestyle of a nomadic tribe. When the diplomat locates the girl he joins the caravan and attempts to persuade the girl to return.
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Caravans (1978) ORIGINAL TRAILER
Type: Trailer • Published 2023-05-26
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Anthony Quinn
Zulffiqar
Jennifer O'Neill
Ellen Jasper
Michael Sarrazin
Mark Miller
Christopher Lee
Sardar Khan
Joseph Cotten
Crandall
Barry Sullivan
Richardson
Behrouz Vossoughi
Nasrollah
Jeremy Kemp
Dr. Smythe
Duncan Quinn
Moheb
Mohammadali Keshavarz
Shakkur
Mohammad Taghi Kahnemoui
Maftoon
Behrouz Gueramian
Peasant boy
Parviz Gharib-Afshar
Nur Mohammad
Parviz Jafari
Fahimeh Amouzandeh
Mira
Susan Vasiri
Khosrow Tabataba
Dancing boy
Shahnaz Pakravan
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 2, 1978
Wide Cinema Exhibition
April 8, 2022
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Fargo
- Screenplay & Story
- Nancy Voyles Crawford, Lorraine Williams, Thomas A. McMahon
- Original Score
- Mike Batt
- Original Title
- Caravans
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Persian
- Runtime
- 2h 7m
- Production Studios
- Ibex Films, FIDCI, Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Fargo
Nancy Voyles Crawford, Lorraine Williams, Thomas A. McMahon, James Michener
Mike Batt
Douglas Slocombe
Richard Marden
Elmo Williams
Department Leadership Roster
James Fargo
Director
Nancy Voyles Crawford
Screenplay
Richard Marden
Editor
Renié
Costume Design
Lorraine Williams
Screenplay
Thomas A. McMahon
Screenplay
Elmo Williams
Producer
Douglas Slocombe
Director of Photography
Mike Batt
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Caravans
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Caravans about?
This epic adventure-drama based on James Michener's best-selling novel concerns a young American embassy official who is sent into the Middle-Eastern desert to find the missing daughter of a US Senator. The young woman has left her husband, a Colonel in the Shadom - she was his number two wife - and has opted for the lifestyle of a nomadic tribe. When the diplomat locates the girl he joins the caravan and attempts to persuade the girl to return.
Who directed Caravans?
Caravans was directed by James Fargo.
Who stars in Caravans?
The principal cast of Caravans includes Anthony Quinn, Jennifer O'Neill, Michael Sarrazin, Christopher Lee, Joseph Cotten.
When was Caravans released and how long is it?
Caravans was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 2h 7m.
Who composed the musical score for Caravans?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Caravans was composed by Mike Batt.
Is Caravans based on a book or true story?
Caravans is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "James Michener".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Caravans?
Caravans holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).