

Khartoum
“Where the Nile divides, the great Cinerama adventure begins!”
English General Charles George Gordon is appointed military governor of Anglo-Egyptian Sudan by the Prime Minister. Ordered to evacuate Egyptians from the Sudan, Gordon stays on to protect the people of Khartoum, who are under threat of being conquered by a Muslim army.
Where to watch Khartoum in United States
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Where is Khartoum streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Sky Store |
| Canada | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Germany | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| France | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store |
| Spain | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Brazil | Oldflix | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Japan | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | — |
About Khartoum
Khartoum is a 1966 English-language history, war and adventure film directed by Basil Dearden and Eliot Elisofon. The cast is led by Charlton Heston, Laurence Olivier, Richard Johnson. It has a runtime of 2h 14m. Viewers rate it 6.3/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel.
Khartoum was produced by Julian Blaustein Productions Ltd. and United Artists and made in United Kingdom. It was released on June 9, 1966, and carries a U certification.
- Director
- Basil Dearden, Eliot Elisofon
- Writers
- Robert Ardrey
- Release date
- June 9, 1966
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- U
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Budget
- $6 million
- Production
- Julian Blaustein Productions Ltd., United Artists
Khartoum cast & crew
Khartoum was directed by Basil Dearden and Eliot Elisofon and written by Robert Ardrey.
The cast features Charlton Heston as Gen. Charles 'Chinese' Gordon, Laurence Olivier as Mahdi, Richard Johnson as Colonel Stewart, Ralph Richardson as William Gladstone, Alexander Knox as Sir Evelyn Baring, and Johnny Sekka as Khaleel.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Frank Cordell, cinematography is by Edward Scaife, and it was produced by Julian Blaustein.
Is Khartoum worth watching?
Khartoum holds an audience score of 6.3/10 from 125 ratings, a solidly received history films.
At 2h 14m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy history, war, and adventure, Khartoum is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Khartoum
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Cast of Khartoum

Charlton Heston
Gen. Charles 'Chinese' Gordon

Laurence Olivier
Mahdi

Richard Johnson
Colonel Stewart

Ralph Richardson
William Gladstone

Alexander Knox
Sir Evelyn Baring

Johnny Sekka
Khaleel

Michael Hordern
Lord Granville

Zia Mohyeddin
Zobeir Pasha

Marne Maitland
Sheikh Osman

Nigel Green
General Wolseley

Hugh Williams
Lord Hartington

Ralph Michael
Sir Charles Dilke
Khartoum — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Khartoum in United States?
Khartoum is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel in United States.
▸Is Khartoum on Amazon Prime Video?
Yes — Khartoum is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.
▸What language is Khartoum in?
Khartoum is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Khartoum?
Khartoum runs 2 hours 14 minutes (134 minutes).
▸What is Khartoum rated?
Khartoum is rated U. It holds a 6.3/10 audience score from 125 ratings.











