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The Drum 1938

Set in the India of the British Raj, the evil and untrustworthy Prince Guhl (Raymond Massey) plans to wipe out the British troops as they enjoy the hospitality of Guhl's spacious palace. It's up to the loyal young Prince Azim (Sabu) to warn the troops of Guhl's treachery by tapping out a message on his drum.

Directed by: Zoltan Korda
Written by: A.E.W. Mason
Runtime: 104 minutes
Tagline: MEN BATTLE FOR THEIR LIVES... WOMEN FIGHT FOR THEIR LOVE... IN A MIGHTY SAGA OF CONQUEST ON INDIA'S FRONTIER
Cast:
Sabu Sabu
Prince Azim 
Raymond Massey Raymond Massey
Prince Ghul 
Valerie Hobson Valerie Hobson
Mrs. Carruthers 
Roger Livesey Roger Livesey
Capt. Carruthers 
David Tree David Tree
Lieut. Escott 
Desmond Tester Desmond Tester
Bill Holder 
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Also known as:
  • Drum