Caravans
1978, English. Directed by James Fargo.
The Power, the Sweep, the Spectacle of James Michener's Epic Desert Adventure!
This epic adventure-drama based on James Michener's best-selling novel concerns a young American embassy official who is sent into the Middle-Eastern desert to find the missing daughter of a US Senator. The young woman has left her husband, a Colonel in the Shadom - she was his number two wife - and has opted for the lifestyle of a nomadic tribe. When the diplomat locates the girl he joins the caravan and attempts to persuade the girl to return.
- Runtime
- 2h 7m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- James FargoDirector
- Anthony QuinnZulffiqar
- Jennifer O'NeillEllen Jasper
- Michael SarrazinMark Miller
- Christopher LeeSardar Khan
- Joseph CottenCrandall
- Barry SullivanRichardson
- Behrouz VossoughiNasrollah
- Jeremy KempDr. Smythe
- Duncan QuinnMoheb
- Mohammadali KeshavarzShakkur
- Mohammad Taghi KahnemouiMaftoon
- Behrouz GueramianPeasant boy
Details
- Released
- 2 November 1978
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Nancy Voyles Crawford, Thomas A. McMahon, Lorraine Williams
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What Caravans is based on
Caravans is based on Caravans (1963) by James A. Michener, published by Random House.
1963
Caravans
By James A. Michener
Published by Random House
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Caravans: quick answers
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How long is Caravans?
Caravans runs 127 minutes (2h 7m).
Does Caravans have a post-credits scene?
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Caravans parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Caravans is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Caravans on?
Caravans isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 2 November 2026.)
What movies are like Caravans?
If you liked Caravans, try The Wind and the Lion, Emperor of the North, The Flight of the Phoenix.
Who directed Caravans?
Caravans (1978) was directed by James Fargo and stars Anthony Quinn, Jennifer O'Neill, Michael Sarrazin.
What is Caravans based on?
Caravans is based on Caravans (1963) by James A. Michener, published by Random House.