Lawrence of Arabia (1962): Cast, Box Office & Where to Watch
Lawrence of Arabia is a 1962 adventure war film starring Peter O'Toole as T.E. Lawrence, Robert Bolt and John Bennett. It runs 3 hours 48 minutes and earned $46 million worldwide. Stream it on Netflix and Sony Pictures Core, or rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
- Released
- Runtime
- 3h 48m (228 min)
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Horizon Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Lawrence of Arabia About?
The premise of Lawrence of Arabia without spoilers.
The film follows British officer T.E. Lawrence as he is sent to support Arab tribes rising against Ottoman rule during World I. He emerges as a charismatic, almost messianic leader championing Arab unity, yet his mounting psychological torment threatens to sabotage his victories and the cause he strives to achieve.
Lawrence of Arabia Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- desert
- arabia
- bedouin
- ottoman empire
- arab
- world war one
- camel
- male rape
- british empire
- caning
- british army
- military
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- shot in the head
- railroad
- corporal punishment
- turk
- islam
- jerusalem
- stoicism
- motorcycle accident
- nomad
- dagger
- middle east
- diplomacy
- mercy killing
- muslim
- blockbuster
- execution
- train wreck
- 1910s
- quicksand
- suez canal
- homosexual subtext
- hero
- sexual sadism
- national film registry
- bloodlust
- intermission
- matchstick
- power outage
- death of protagonist
- rifle
- soldier
- oversleeping
- camel riding
- epic
- warrior
- british
- explosion
- grape
Where to Watch Lawrence of Arabia
Stream it on Netflix and Sony Pictures Core, or rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. US availability and prices from JustWatch.
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Lawrence of Arabia Cast & Characters
Peter O'Toole leads the cast as T.E. Lawrence, with Robert Bolt as Officer with Pipe Gazing at Lawrence (uncredited) and John Bennett as Arab Sheik (uncredited).
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Peter O'Toole as T.E. Lawrence - Robert Bolt as Officer with Pipe Gazing at Lawrence (uncredited)
- John Bennett as Arab Sheik (uncredited)
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Anthony Quinn as Auda abu Tayi
Also Starring in Lawrence of Arabia
· 53 more- Omar Sharif Sherif Ali
- Arthur Kennedy Jackson Bentley
- Jack Hawkins General Allenby
- Claude Rains Mr. Dryden
- José Ferrer Turkish Bey
- Alec Guinness Prince Feisal
- Anthony Quayle Colonel Harry Brighton
- David Lean Motorcyclist by Suez Canal (uncredited)
- Donald Wolfit General Murray
- Noel Howlett Vicar at St. Paul's (uncredited)
- George Plimpton Bedouin (uncredited)
- Fernando Sancho Turkish Sergeant (uncredited)
- Rafael Hernández Turkish Soldier (uncredited)
- James Hayter Sheik in Arab Council (uncredited)
- Robert Rietti Majid (voice) (uncredited)
- Gamil Ratib Majid
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- Basil Dignam Cavalry General at Field Briefing (uncredited)
- Norman Rossington Corporal Jenkins (uncredited)
- Harry Fowler William Potter (uncredited)
- John Robinson Infantry General at Field Briefing (uncredited)
- Cyril Shaps Bartender in Officer's Club (uncredited)
- Howard Marion-Crawford Medical Officer
- Henry Oscar Silliam (uncredited)
- Clive Morton Artillery General at Field Briefing (uncredited)
- Bryan Pringle Driver (uncredited)
- Jack Sharp Mourner (uncredited)
- Peter Burton Damascus Sheik (uncredited)
- Stuart Saunders Regimental Sergeant Major (uncredited)
- Jack Hedley Reporter (uncredited)
- John Barry MP in Map Room (uncredited)
- Bruce Beeby Captain at Officer's Club (uncredited)
- Jack Gwillim Club Secretary
- Ernie Rice Mourner (uncredited)
- Ian MacNaughton Michael George Hartley (uncredited)
- Zia Mohyeddin Tafas
- George Spence Mourner (uncredited)
- I.S. Johar Gasim
- John Ruddock Elder Harith (uncredited)
- Hugh Miller R.A.M.C. Colonel
- Kenneth Fortescue Allenby's Aide (uncredited)
- Michel Ray Farraj
- Graham Tonbridge Mourner (uncredited)
- Mohamed El Habachi Talal (uncredited)
- Barry Warren Arab Sheik (uncredited)
- John Dimech Daud
- Patrick Kavanagh Staff Major - Murray's Aide (uncredited)
- Daniel Moynihan Officer in Officer's Club (uncredited)
- Roy Stevens Truck Driver (uncredited)
- Barbara Cole Nurse (uncredited)
- Fred Bennett Sergeant at Cairo Headquarters (uncredited)
- Steve Birtles Motor Bike Rider (uncredited)
- Peter Dukelow Driver in Cairo (uncredited)
- J.R.M. Chapman
Lawrence of Arabia Box Office
Lawrence of Arabia grossed $46 million worldwide. $45.3 million came from the US and Canada and $630,765 (1%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$46M
- US & Canada
- $45.3M
- International
- $630.8K
Lawrence of Arabia Trailers & Videos
20 videos: 3 trailers, 2 teasers, 1 clip and 14 featurettes.
- Trailer Original Trailer
- Trailer Fathom Events Trailer
- Teaser 50th Anniversary Event
- Teaser TCM Fathom Events Spot
Cars in Lawrence of Arabia
13 cars on screen, including the 1920 Rolls-Royce 40/50 h.p. 'Silver Ghost' and the 1924 Rolls-Royce 40/50 h.p. Armoured Car Replica.
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1920 Rolls-Royce 40/50 h.p. 'Silver Ghost' Important role -
1924 Rolls-Royce 40/50 h.p. Armoured Car Replica Important role -
Fiat 501 Minor role -
1917 Ford Model T Minor role
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Movies Like Lawrence of Arabia
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Lawrence of Arabia (re-release), Lawrence of Arabia: The Battle for the Arab World and Lawrence After Arabia.
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Lawrence of Arabia (re-release) 2002 -
Lawrence of Arabia: The Battle for the Arab World 2003 -
Lawrence After Arabia 2020 -
A Dangerous Man: Lawrence After Arabia 1992 -
Lion of the Desert 1980 -
King Richard and the Crusaders 1954 -
Sahara 1943 -
The Crusades 1935 -
Queen of the Desert 2017 -
Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence 1983 -
Two Arabian Knights 1927 -
The Lost Patrol 1934
Lawrence of Arabia FAQ: Where to Watch, Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, cast, where to watch, box office and post-credit scenes of Lawrence of Arabia, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Lawrence of Arabia?
Lawrence of Arabia runs 3 hours 48 minutes (228 minutes).
When was Lawrence of Arabia released?
Lawrence of Arabia was released on December 10, 1962.
Who is in the cast of Lawrence of Arabia?
Lawrence of Arabia stars Peter O'Toole as T.E. Lawrence, Robert Bolt as Officer with Pipe Gazing at Lawrence (uncredited) and John Bennett as Arab Sheik (uncredited), among 57 credited actors.
Where can I watch Lawrence of Arabia?
In the US, Lawrence of Arabia is streaming on Netflix and Sony Pictures Core and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home (availability from JustWatch).
How much did Lawrence of Arabia make at the box office?
Lawrence of Arabia grossed $46 million worldwide ($45.3 million domestic, $630,765 international).
Does Lawrence of Arabia have a post-credit scene?
No. Lawrence of Arabia has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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