Tobruk

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.

Release Status

Released

Genres

Drama, History, War

Director

Arthur Hiller

Original Language

EN

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.

When was Tobruk released?

Tobruk was released on February 7, 1967.

How long is Tobruk?

Tobruk has a runtime of 1h 47m.

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