The Desert Hawk (1950): cast, story & where to watch
1950 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1950, The Desert Hawk is an action and adventure film directed by Frederick de Cordova, running about 77 minutes. “A slave in the Palace of 1000 Delights !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A desert guerilla, with flashing scimitar, opposes a tyrannical prince and marries the caliph's daughter.
Who’s in it. The Desert Hawk stars Yvonne De Carlo as Princess Scheherazade, Richard Greene as Omar, Jackie Gleason as Aladdin and George Macready as Prince Murad, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Desert Hawk has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Desert Hawk page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Desert Hawk tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Desert Hawk (1950)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Desert Hawk change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Desert Hawk worth watching?
- The Desert Hawk holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Desert Hawk?
- The Desert Hawk stars Yvonne De Carlo, Richard Greene, Jackie Gleason, George Macready and Rock Hudson.
- When was The Desert Hawk released?
- The Desert Hawk was released in 1950, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.