Malta Story_
Malta, 1942, during World War II. While the German air force is relentlessly bombing the island, a British pilot falls in love with a young Maltese girl.
Starring
Alec Guinness, Jack Hawkins, Muriel Pavlow
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
Malta Story was released 73 years ago in 1953.
Overview
Malta, 1942, during World War II. While the German air force is relentlessly bombing the island, a British pilot falls in love with a young Maltese girl.
Malta Story is a Drama, War, History film with a runtime of 1h 39m.
CAST (20)
Alec Guinness
Flight Lt. Peter Ross
Jack Hawkins
Air CO Frank
Muriel Pavlow
Maria Gonzar
Anthony Steel
John Bartlett
Renée Asherson
Joan Rivers
Flora Robson
Melita Gonzar
Hugh Burden
Eden
Nigel Stock
Giuseppe Gonzar
Stuart Burge
Paolo Gonzar
Rosalie Crutchley
Carmella Gonzar
Reginald Tate
Vice Adm. Payne
Ralph Truman
Vice Adm Willie Banks
Gordon Jackson
British Soldier
Ronald Adam
Operations Room Controller
Peter Barkworth
Cypher Clerk
Ivor Barnard
Old Man
Peter Bull
Flying Officer
Michael Craig
British Officer
Maurice Denham
British Officer
Jerry Desmonde
General
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Malta Story about?
Malta, 1942, during World War II. While the German air force is relentlessly bombing the island, a British pilot falls in love with a young Maltese girl.
How long is Malta Story?
Malta Story has a runtime of 99 minutes (1h 39m).
Who stars in Malta Story?
The cast of Malta Story includes Alec Guinness, Jack Hawkins, Muriel Pavlow, Anthony Steel, Renée Asherson.
What is the rating of Malta Story?
Malta Story has a rating of 5.9 out of 10 based on 18 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (3)
Drama
War
History