The Drum movie poster

The Drum

"MEN BATTLE FOR THEIR LIVES... WOMEN FIGHT FOR THEIR LOVE... IN A MIGHTY SAGA OF CONQUEST ON INDIA'S FRONTIER"

April 7, 1938 1h 44m 5.9/10 (24 votes)

Originally released in 1938. The Drum is a adventure/war film. directed by Zoltan Korda.

Starring Sabu, Raymond Massey, and Valerie Hobson

Synopsis

Set in the India of the British Raj, the evil and untrustworthy Prince Guhl (Raymond Massey) plans to wipe out the British troops as they enjoy the hospitality of Guhl's spacious palace. It's up to the loyal young Prince Azim (Sabu) to warn the troops of Guhl's treachery by tapping out a message on his drum.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 7, 1938 87 years ago
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Runtime 1h 44m 104 minutes total
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User Rating 5.9/10 Mixed (24 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United Kingdom Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • London Films Productions
  • United Artists

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Drum about?

Set in the India of the British Raj, the evil and untrustworthy Prince Guhl (Raymond Massey) plans to wipe out the British troops as they enjoy the hospitality of Guhl's spacious palace. It's up to...

Who directed The Drum?

The Drum was directed by Zoltan Korda.

How long is The Drum?

The Drum has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).

When was The Drum released?

The Drum was released on April 7, 1938 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Drum?

The main cast of The Drum includes Sabu, Raymond Massey, Valerie Hobson, Roger Livesey, David Tree.