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55 Days at Peking 1963

“A handful of men and women held out against the frenzied hordes of bloodthirsty fanatics!”

★ 6.9/10 NR HistoryWarDrama Released
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What is 55 Days at Peking?

55 Days at Peking is a film first released in 1963. Catalogued under History, War, Drama.

Type
Film
Year
1963
Status
Released
Runtime
154 minutes
Release date
May 6, 1963
Studios
Samuel Bronston Productions, Allied Artists Pictures
Genres
History, War, Drama
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81 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.8/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #History #War #Drama

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55 Days at Peking is a film first released in 1963. Catalogued under History, War, Drama. Produced and broadcast by Samuel Bronston Productions, Allied Artists Pictures. Current status: Released.

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“Diplomats and soldiers unite to survive a brutal siege during the Boxer Rebellion.”

Reasons to watch
  • Grand historical spectacle of the Boxer Rebellion
  • Ensemble cast depicting multinational defenders
  • Lengthy runtime allows immersive period detail
Keep in mind
  • Two‑hour‑plus length may feel drawn out

Watch it if you enjoy large‑scale historical war dramas about collective survival.

Features intense siege warfare and violent conflict, suitable for mature audiences.

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What historical event does the film portray?

It depicts the 1900 Boxer Rebellion and the siege of the International Compound in Peking.

When was the film released?

It premiered in the United States on May 28, 1963.

What is the runtime of the film?

The film runs approximately two hours and thirty‑four minutes.

What genres does the film belong to?

It is classified as a history, war, and drama film.

What is the film’s rating?

It received an NR (not rated) classification, indicating no official age rating.

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