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DRAMA . 1958 . 1h 25m . 5.4/10

The Steel Bayonet_

Tunis, 1943. Battle-weary troops of Company C have orders to occupy a derelict Tunisian farmhouse. They are to establish an artillery observation post, reporting on enemy movements before the imminent offensive to liberate Tunis. However German infantrymen discover their operations. The ensuing battle for control of this small piece of land will decide who controls Tunis but more critically, the victors in the battle of democracy versus fascism.

Starring Leo Genn, Kieron Moore, Michael Medwin
5.4/10
Rating
1h 25m
Runtime
1958
Year
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Tunis, 1943. Battle-weary troops of Company C have orders to occupy a derelict Tunisian farmhouse. They are to establish an artillery observation post, reporting on enemy movements before the imminent offensive to liberate Tunis. However German infantrymen discover their operations. The ensuing battle for control of this small piece of land will decide who controls Tunis but more critically, the victors in the battle of democracy versus fascism.

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Cast
Leo Genn stars as Maj. Gerrard in The Steel Bayonet.
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Year context
The Steel Bayonet was released 68 years ago in 1958.
Overview
Tunis, 1943. Battle-weary troops of Company C have orders to occupy a derelict Tunisian farmhouse. They are to establish an artillery observation post, repor...
The Steel Bayonet is a Drama, War film with a runtime of 1h 25m.

CAST (20)

Leo Genn
Leo Genn
Maj. Gerrard
Kieron Moore
Kieron Moore
Capt. Mead
Michael Medwin
Michael Medwin
Lt. Vernon
Robert Brown
Robert Brown
Sgt. Maj. Gill
Raymond Francis
Raymond Francis
The General
John Paul
John Paul
Lt. Col. Derry
Paddy Joyce
Paddy Joyce
Cpl. Ames R.A.
Michael Ripper
Michael Ripper
Pte. Middleditch
Bernard Horsfall
Bernard Horsfall
Pte. Livingstone
DR
David Ritch
Mahomet
Tom Bowman
Tom Bowman
Sgt. Nicholls
JH
John H. Watson
Cpl. Bean
AL
Arthur Lovegrove
Pte. Jarvis
MD
Michael Dear
Pte. Tweddle
IW
Ian Whittaker
Pte. Wilson
Michael Balfour
Michael Balfour
Pte. Thomas
Shay Gorman
Shay Gorman
Sgt. Gates
Jack Stewart
Jack Stewart
Pte. Wentworth
Percy Herbert
Percy Herbert
Pte. Clark
BL
Barry Lowe
Pte. Ferguson

DETAILS

Release
Status
Released
Runtime
85 min (1h 25m)
Country
Rating
5.4/10 (5 votes)

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is The Steel Bayonet about?
Tunis, 1943. Battle-weary troops of Company C have orders to occupy a derelict Tunisian farmhouse. They are to establish an artillery observation post, reporting on enemy movements before the imminent offensive to liberate Tunis. However German infantrymen discover their operations. The ensuing battle for control of this small piece of land will decide who controls Tunis but more critically, the victors in the battle of democracy versus fascism.
How long is The Steel Bayonet?
The Steel Bayonet has a runtime of 85 minutes (1h 25m).
Who stars in The Steel Bayonet?
The cast of The Steel Bayonet includes Leo Genn, Kieron Moore, Michael Medwin, Robert Brown, Raymond Francis.
What is the rating of The Steel Bayonet?
The Steel Bayonet has a rating of 5.4 out of 10 based on 5 votes on TMDB.

GENRES (2)

Drama War
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