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Prisoners of the Casbah

A penniless thief becomes embroiled in a passionate affair with a Moroccan princess who is being coerced into a marriage to safeguard her safety. Their unconventional union is bound by a peculiar condition, allowing the husband to annul the marriage by uttering a specific phrase thrice.

In 18th century Algiers, Captain Ahmed, a guard of the Emir, and Princess Nadja are abducted by Bedouins, who are secretly working for Grand Vizier Firous. Firous plans to pose as Nadja's savior. However, Nadja and Ahmed manage to escape and take refuge in the Casbah, a sanctuary for outcasts. Ahmed pulls off a daring heist, stealing from the palace treasury, but Firous retaliates by leading his troops in an assault on the Casbah.

Info about Prisoners of the Casbah

Studio(s): Katzman Corporation

Originally Released: United States, Nov 03, 1953

Production Country: United States

Genres:Adventure, Drama, Romance