In Desert and Wilderness
1973, Polish. Directed by Władysław Ślesicki.
Fourteen year old Polish boy Stas Tarkowski and eight year old Nel Rawlison from England are kidnapped as the hostages by Arabic fanatics and taken to their religion leader. Then they manage to escape and try to return to their fathers. Children have a lot of dangerous adventures, meet two Black kids; Kali and Mea, who also help them, make a friendship with an elephant and help one Black's tribe.
- Runtime
- 3h 15m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Polish
- Rated
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- Released
- 16 October 1973
- Original title
- W pustyni i w puszczy
- Country
- Poland
- Written by
- Władysław Ślesicki
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In Desert and Wilderness: quick answers
Is In Desert and Wilderness worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 60 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is In Desert and Wilderness?
In Desert and Wilderness runs 195 minutes (3h 15m).
Does In Desert and Wilderness have a post-credits scene?
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In Desert and Wilderness parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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Which OTT platform is In Desert and Wilderness on?
In Desert and Wilderness isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 16 October 1973. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like In Desert and Wilderness?
If you liked In Desert and Wilderness, try White Fang 2: Myth of the White Wolf, The Magic Faraway Tree, Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library.
Who directed In Desert and Wilderness?
In Desert and Wilderness (1973) was directed by Władysław Ślesicki and stars Tomasz Mędrzak, Monika Rosca, Emos Bango.