The Battle of Algiers
Movie • 1966

The Battle of Algiers

The Revolt that Stirred the World!

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Blockbuster
IMDb8.178K
946votes
DramaWarHistory1966Emotional DepthHidden GemPhilosophicalCult Classic
Why Watch

A Drama, War film (1966) rated 8.1/10 on IMDb by 77K+ viewers — highly recommended. Starring Brahim Hadjadj, Jean Martin, known for emotionally resonant storytelling.

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Synopsis

Former petty criminal Ali la Pointe becomes a commander of the Algerian Front de Liberation Nationale, directing a guerilla insurgency against the colonial French occupation. Paratrooper commander Colonel Phillippe Mathieu, a veteran of World War II and the First Indochina War, is sent to Algeria to reinforce efforts to squelch the uprisings.

Cast

Brahim Hadjadj
Brahim Hadjadj
Ali La Pointe
Jean Martin
Jean Martin
Colonel Philippe Mathieu
Yacef Saâdi
Yacef Saâdi
El-Hadi Jaffar
Samia Kerbash
Fathia
Ugo Paletti
Captain
Fouzia El Kader
Fouzia El Kader
Halima
Mohamed Ben Kassen
Mohamed Ben Kassen
Petit Omar
Si Mohamed Baghdadi
Si Mohamed Baghdadi
Larbi Ben M'hidi (uncredited)
Franco Moruzzi
Mahmoud (uncredited)
Tomasso Neri
Captain Dubois (uncredited)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Battle of Algiers worth watching?

Yes — highly recommended. Filmistani rates The Battle of Algiers 87/100 (IMDb: 8.1/10). A strong pick for fans of Drama.

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Is The Battle of Algiers a hit or flop?

The Battle of Algiers is a blockbuster hit — 77K+ IMDb votes and a Filmistani Score of 87/100 confirm massive audience approval.

What is The Battle of Algiers about?

Former petty criminal Ali la Pointe becomes a commander of the Algerian Front de Liberation Nationale, directing a guerilla insurgency against the colonial French occupation. Paratrooper commander Colonel Phillippe…

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