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The Overlanders

In a daring operation, a team of courageous individuals embark on a treacherous trek across the Australian outback to save their cattle, as the Japanese advance on Northern Australia during World War II.

In the early stages of World War II, Northern Australia is under threat as the Japanese approach. As the community flees and resorts to a "scorched earth" strategy, a diverse group of individuals comes together to undertake a perilous journey, driving thousands of head of cattle overland across the Australian continent.

Info about The Overlanders

Studio(s): Ealing Studios, J. Arthur Rank Organisation

Originally Released: United States, Dec 26, 1946

Production Countries: Australia, United Kingdom

Genres:Adventure, Western, Drama