Lion of the Desert

Engelske undersættelser Lion of the Desert (1981)

He was a man of honor in a war without any.

History War Drama
7.3 / 10

Resistance leader Omar Mukhtar opposes Italian colonization before World War II. The brutal guerrilla war against Italian General Rodolfo Graziani and the Fascist forces of Benito Mussolini highlights the struggle for Libyan independence and the harsh tactics utilised by the colonisers.

Runtime 173 min
Language EN
Country Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, United States of America, United Kingdom
Director Moustapha Akkad
Budget $35M
Box Office $2M
Handling

En gribende biografi om en person, der ændrede verden.

5 English subtitles available
Release Source Downloads Flags Download
2hr 53mn 28s BluRay opensubtitles 19,031 .SRT
Lion of the Desert 1981 opensubtitles 1,226 .SRT
Lion of the Desert (1981) - Extended opensubtitles 1,228 CC .SRT
Lion.of.the.Desert.1980.REMASTERED.1080p.BluRay.REMUX.AVC.DTS-HD.MA.5.1-FGT opensubtitles 2,179 CC .SRT
Lion of the Desert (1980) 2160p Remux opensubtitles 1,005 .SRT

Lion of the Desert — Cast & Crew

Directed by: Moustapha Akkad

Anthony Quinn Omar al-Mukhtar
Oliver Reed General Rodolfo Graziani
Irene Papas Mabrouka
Raf Vallone Colonel Diodiece
Rod Steiger Benito Mussolini
John Gielgud Sharif El Gariani
Andrew Keir Salem
Gastone Moschin Major Tomelli
Stefano Patrizi Lieutenant Sandrini
Adolfo Lastretti Colonel Sarsani

Languages Spoken in Lion of the Desert (1981)

Lion of the Desert features dialogue in Arabic, English, Italian. With multiple languages spoken throughout the movie, having reliable English subtitles ensures you can follow every scene regardless of the language being spoken on screen. Multi-language movies often switch between languages without warning, making subtitles essential for a complete viewing experience.

Download English Subtitles for Lion of the Desert (1981)

This page lists all available English subtitle files for the movie Lion of the Desert (1981) in .SRT format. We currently have 5 subtitle versions sourced from opensubtitles. Each version corresponds to a different video release, so you can find the subtitle that synchronises perfectly with your file.

The most popular subtitle for Lion of the Desert has been downloaded 19,031 times, which is a strong indicator of quality and timing accuracy.

Some versions include closed captions (CC) that describe sound effects, music cues, and speaker identification — ideal for hearing-impaired viewers or anyone who wants the fullest experience.

About Lion of the Desert (1981)

Resistance leader Omar Mukhtar opposes Italian colonization before World War II. The brutal guerrilla war against Italian General Rodolfo Graziani and the Fascist forces of Benito Mussolini highlights the struggle for Libyan independence and the harsh tactics utilised by the colonisers.

  • Genre: History, War, Drama
  • Release year: 1981
  • TMDB rating: 7.3 / 10
  • Type: Movie
  • Runtime: 173 minutes
  • Director: Moustapha Akkad
  • Spoken languages: Arabic, English, Italian
  • Country: Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, United States of America, United Kingdom
  • IMDB ID: tt0081059

Lion of the Desert is a history movie released in 1981. Having accurate English subtitles is especially important for history titles, where fast-paced dialogue and nuanced conversations carry the emotional weight of the story.

Trivia & Fun Facts about Lion of the Desert (1981)

  • The production budget for Lion of the Desert was approximately $35 million.
  • Lion of the Desert earned approximately $2 million at the worldwide box office.
  • Produced by Falcon International Productions</strong>, <strong>Filmco International Productions.
  • The movie features dialogue in 3 different languages: Arabic, English, Italian.
  • Lion of the Desert is an international co-production involving 3 countries: Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, United States of America, United Kingdom.
Themes & Topics: guerrilla warfare libya africa resistance world war ii independence movement based on true story benito mussolini historical drama 1920s 1930s anti-colonialism historical epic maghreb omar al-mokhtar

How to Add English Subtitles to Lion of the Desert

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  2. Download the matching .SRT – In the table above, locate the subtitle whose release name matches your video and click the download button.
  3. Rename the subtitle file – Rename the downloaded .SRT file so it has the exact same name as your video file (e.g. lion-of-the-desert.srt).
  4. Place both files together – Move the .SRT into the same folder as the video.
  5. Open in your media player – Launch the video in VLC, Kodi, Plex, MPC-HC, PotPlayer, or Infuse. The subtitles will load automatically.

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  • Infuse (Apple TV / iOS) – Automatically picks up .SRT files stored alongside your videos on network shares or cloud storage.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lion of the Desert (1981) Subtitles

Where can I download English subtitles for Lion of the Desert?

You can download free English subtitles for Lion of the Desert (1981) right here on engelskeundersaettelser.com. We have 5 subtitle versions available from sources like opensubtitles. Simply choose the version that matches your video release and click the download button.

Are the Lion of the Desert subtitles free to download?

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Which Lion of the Desert subtitle file should I choose?

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The Lion of the Desert subtitles are out of sync with my video. How do I fix it?

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  • Download a different subtitle version from the table above that matches your specific release
  • Adjust the subtitle delay in your player: in VLC, press G (delay) or H (advance) to shift subtitles by 50ms per press
  • Use free tools like Subtitle Edit or SubSync to automatically re-synchronise the .SRT file to your video

Are there closed captions (CC) for Lion of the Desert?

Yes. Some of the subtitle versions for Lion of the Desert (1981) include closed captions, marked with the CC tag in the table. These subtitles contain additional descriptions of sound effects, background music, and speaker identification.

Can I use these subtitles on my smart TV?

Yes. Download the .SRT file and save it on a USB drive or network-attached storage in the same folder as your Lion of the Desert video file. Rename the .SRT to match the video filename exactly. Most smart TVs will detect and display the subtitles automatically.

What is the .SRT subtitle format?

SRT (SubRip Text) is the most widely used subtitle format in the world. It is a simple text file containing numbered entries with timestamps and dialogue text. The .SRT format is supported by virtually every media player, smart TV, streaming device, and video editing tool.