North West Frontier
1959, English. Directed by J. Lee Thompson.
Two people trapped by fate. In a country with no destiny.
In the rebellious northern frontier province of colonial India, British Army Captain Scott, a young prince and the boy's governess escape by an obsolete train as they are relentlessly pursued by Muslim rebels intent on assassinating the prince.
- Runtime
- 2h 9m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 58 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch North West Frontier
North West Frontier is streaming on Artiflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- J. Lee ThompsonDirector
- Kenneth MoreCapt. Scott
- Lauren BacallCatherine Wyatt
- Herbert LomVan Layden
- Wilfrid Hyde-WhiteBridie
- I.S. JoharGupta
- Ursula JeansLady Windham
- Eugene DeckersMr Peters
- Ian HunterSir John Wyndham
- Jack GwillimBrigadier Ames
- Govind Raja RossPrince Kishan
- Basil HoskinsAide-de-Camp
- Moultrie KelsallBritish Correspondent
Details
- Released
- 13 October 1959
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Frank S. Nugent, Patrick Ford, Will Price
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North West Frontier: quick answers
Is North West Frontier worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 58 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is North West Frontier?
North West Frontier runs 129 minutes (2h 9m).
Does North West Frontier have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for North West Frontier. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
North West Frontier parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
North West Frontier is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is North West Frontier on?
North West Frontier is streaming on Artiflix in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like North West Frontier?
If you liked North West Frontier, try The Young and Prodigious T.S. Spivet, Mio in the Land of Faraway, The Railway Children Return.
Who directed North West Frontier?
North West Frontier (1959) was directed by J. Lee Thompson and stars Kenneth More, Lauren Bacall, Herbert Lom.