Elephant Walk
1954, English. Directed by William Dieterle.
One man claimed the land. Two men claimed the woman who lived there.
Colonial tea planter John Wiley, visiting England at the end of World War II, weds lovely English rose Ruth and takes her home to Elephant Walk, Ceylon, where the local elephants have a grudge against the plantation. Ruth's delight with the tropical wealth and luxury of her new home is tempered by isolation as the only white woman in the district; her husband's occasional imperious arrogance; a mutual physical attraction with plantation manager Dick Carver; and the hovering, ominous menace of the hostile elephants.
- Runtime
- 1h 43m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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5.9/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- William DieterleDirector
- Elizabeth TaylorRuth Wiley
- Peter FinchJohn Wiley
- Dana AndrewsDick Carver
- Abraham SofaerAppuhamy
- Abner BibermanDr. Pereira
- Noel DraytonPlanter Atkinson
- Rosalind IvanMrs. Lakin
- Barry BernardPlanter Strawson
- Philip TongePlanter John Ralph
- Edward AshleyPlanter Gordon Gregory
- Leo BrittPlanter Chisholm
- Leslie SketchleyPlanter (Uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 21 April 1954
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- John Lee Mahin
- Budget
- $3M
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Elephant Walk: quick answers
Is Elephant Walk worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 41 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Elephant Walk?
Elephant Walk runs 103 minutes (1h 43m).
Does Elephant Walk have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Elephant Walk. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Elephant Walk parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Elephant Walk is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Elephant Walk on?
Elephant Walk isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
What movies are like Elephant Walk?
If you liked Elephant Walk, try The Naked Jungle, Love Everlasting, Mansfield Park.
Who directed Elephant Walk?
Elephant Walk (1954) was directed by William Dieterle and stars Elizabeth Taylor, Peter Finch, Dana Andrews.