The Battle of Algiers
The Revolt that Stirred the World!
Tracing the struggle of the Algerian Front de Liberation Nationale to gain freedom from French colonial rule as seen through the eyes of Ali from his start as a petty thief to his rise to prominence in the organisation and capture by the French in 1957. The film traces the rebels' struggle and the increasingly extreme measures taken by the French government to quell the revolt.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: La battaglia di Algeri
- Genres: Drama, War, History
- Release Date: 1966-09-08
- Runtime: 121 minutes
- Rating: 7.88/10 (810 votes)
- Budget: $800,000
- Revenue: $964,028
- Production Companies: Igor Film, Casbah Film
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.2342
- Languages: Arabic, English, French
Cast & Crew
Brahim Hadjadj
as Ali La Pointe
Jean Martin
as Colonel Philippe Mathieu
Yacef Saâdi
as El-Hadi Jaffar
Fouzia El Kader
as Halima
Mohamed Ben Kassen
as Petit Omar
Hadj Smaine Mohamed Seghir
as
Larbi Zekkal
as Combattant FLN
Rouiched
as The Drunk Man (uncredited)
Noureddine Brahimi
as Responsable FLN
Si Mohamed Baghdadi
as Larbi Ben M'hidi
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Trailers & Clips
The Battle of Algiers - Trailer
Spike Lee, Mira Nair, and Steven Soderbergh on The Battle of Algiers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Battle of Algiers?▼
The Battle of Algiers is a Drama, War, History movie directed by . It was released on 1966-09-08.
Who are the main actors in The Battle of Algiers?▼
The main cast includes Brahim Hadjadj, Jean Martin, Yacef Saâdi, Fouzia El Kader, Mohamed Ben Kassen, .
Where can I watch The Battle of Algiers online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Battle of Algiers is available.
Is The Battle of Algiers based on a true story?▼
The Revolt that Stirred the World!
What is the IMDb rating of The Battle of Algiers?▼
The Battle of Algiers has an IMDb rating of 7.88/10 based on 810 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Battle of Algiers?▼
The movie had a production budget of $800,000 and earned $964,028 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Battle of Algiers?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Igor Film, Casbah Film. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Battle of Algiers filmed?▼
The Battle of Algiers was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Battle of Algiers?▼
The total runtime of The Battle of Algiers is 121 minutes.
Is The Battle of Algiers suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Battle of Algiers?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Battle of Algiers.
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