Top Cast
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Maximilian Schell
Marek
Irene Papas
Ajmi
Raf Vallone
Victor
Theodore Bikel
Kisielev
Maria Perschy
Marusia
Fernando Rey
Ibram
George Voskovec
Doctor
Alberto de Mendoza
Hamlat
Antonio Vico
Ulug Beg
Vicente Sangiovanni
Shura
Boyd Holister
Ukranian NKVD
Danny Steinmann
NKVD Guard
Mariela Chatlak
Aka
Carmen Carbonell
Ulug Beg's Wife
Luís Castro
Luis de Tejada
Antonio Duque
Maruchi Fresno
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alexander Ramati
- Screenplay & Story
- Alexander Ramati
- Original Score
- Cristóbal Halfter
- Original Title
- The Desperate Ones
- Country of Origin
- Spain, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 44m
- Production Studios
- David Films, Pro Artis Ibérica
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alexander Ramati
Alexander Ramati
Cristóbal Halfter
Christian Matras
Peter Weatherley
Department Leadership Roster
Alexander Ramati
Director
Alexander Ramati
Screenplay
Christian Matras
Director of Photography
Peter Weatherley
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Desperate Ones
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Desperate Ones about?
In 1941, two Polish brothers escape a Soviet gulag. Their only escape route is through the impossible mountains of Afghanistan and the KGB is on their tail.
Who directed The Desperate Ones?
The Desperate Ones was directed by Alexander Ramati.
Who stars in The Desperate Ones?
The principal cast of The Desperate Ones includes Maximilian Schell, Irene Papas, Raf Vallone, Theodore Bikel, Maria Perschy.
When was The Desperate Ones released and how long is it?
The Desperate Ones was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 1h 44m.
Who composed the musical score for The Desperate Ones?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Desperate Ones was composed by Cristóbal Halfter.