Caravans 1978
“The Power, the Sweep, the Spectacle of James Michener's Epic Desert Adventure!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 127 minutes
- Director
- James Fargo
- Networks
- Ibex Films, FIDCI, Universal Pictures
What is Caravans?
Caravans is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Action, Adventure, Drama, Romance.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1978
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 127 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 2, 1978
- Studios
- Ibex Films, FIDCI, Universal Pictures
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Drama, Romance
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~127 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Ibex Films, FIDCI, Universal Pictures
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Overview
Caravans is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Action, Adventure, Drama, Romance. Produced and broadcast by Ibex Films, FIDCI, Universal Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A U.S. diplomat chases a runaway senator’s daughter across a sweeping desert caravan.”
- Stunning desert landscapes
- Epic scope based on James Michener novel
- Blend of adventure, drama, and romance
- Long runtime may test patience
Watch it if you enjoy sweeping desert epics and diplomatic intrigue.
The film’s PG rating makes it suitable for general audiences, though its lengthy, contemplative pace may suit adult viewers.
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What source material is the film adapted from?
It is adapted from James Michener’s best‑selling novel “Caravans.”
When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on November 2, 1978 in the US.
What is the film’s rating?
The movie is rated PG.
How long does the movie run?
The runtime is about 2 hours and 7 minutes.
Where is the story set?
The narrative takes place in a fictional Middle‑Eastern desert country in 1948.
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