The Charge of the Light Brigade
1936, English. Directed by Michael Curtiz.
Theirs not to reason why, theirs but to do and die
In 1853, as the British and Russian empires compete to gain and maintain their place in the dreadful Great Game of political intrigues and alliances whose greatest prize is the domination of India and the border territories, Major Geoffrey Vickers must endure several betrayals and misfortunes before he can achieve his revenge at the Balaclava Heights, on October 25, 1854, the most glorious day of the Crimean War.
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 86 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Michael CurtizDirector
- Errol FlynnMajor Geoffrey Vickers
- Olivia de HavillandElsa Campbell
- Patric KnowlesCaptain Perry Vickers
- Henry StephensonSir Charles Macefield
- Nigel BruceSir Benjamin Warrenton
- Donald CrispColonel Campbell
- David NivenCaptain Randall
- C. Henry GordonSurat Khan
- G.P. HuntleyMajor Jowett
- Robert BarratCount Igor Volonoff
- Spring ByingtonLady Octavia Warrenton
- E. E. CliveSir Humphrey Harcourt
Details
- Released
- 20 October 1936
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Michael Jacoby, Rowland Leigh
- Budget
- $1.2M
- Box office
- $2.7M
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What The Charge of the Light Brigade is based on
The Charge of the Light Brigade is based on Charge of the Light Brigade, a battle.
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Charge of the Light Brigade
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The Charge of the Light Brigade: quick answers
Is The Charge of the Light Brigade worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 86 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Charge of the Light Brigade?
The Charge of the Light Brigade runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does The Charge of the Light Brigade have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Charge of the Light Brigade. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Charge of the Light Brigade parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Charge of the Light Brigade is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Charge of the Light Brigade on?
The Charge of the Light Brigade isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Charge of the Light Brigade?
If you liked The Charge of the Light Brigade, try Stockholm Bloodbath, Hurricane, Sharpe's Challenge.
Who directed The Charge of the Light Brigade?
The Charge of the Light Brigade (1936) was directed by Michael Curtiz and stars Errol Flynn, Olivia de Havilland, Patric Knowles.
What is The Charge of the Light Brigade based on?
The Charge of the Light Brigade is based on Charge of the Light Brigade, a battle.