Cast of Lion of the Desert

Anthony Quinn portrays the role of Omar Mukhtar, the Libyan rebel leader who valiantly resists Italian colonization during the early 20th century.

Rod Steiger plays the role of Benito Mussolini, the dictator of Italy who oversees the country's colonial ambitions and military campaign in North Africa.

Oliver Reed portrays Gen. Rodolfo Graziani, the Italian military commander tasked with defeating Omar Mukhtar and suppressing the Libyan resistance.

Irene Papas takes on the role of Mabrouka, a character who supports Omar Mukhtar and the cause of Libyan independence against Italian forces.

Raf Vallone plays Colonel Diodiece, an Italian officer involved in the conflict in North Africa and tasked with capturing Omar Mukhtar.

John Gielgud portrays Sharif El Gariani, a key figure in the Libyan resistance who supports Omar Mukhtar in the fight against Italian colonial forces.

Andrew Keir takes on the role of Salem, a character who plays a significant part in assisting Omar Mukhtar and the rebels in their campaign against the Italians.

Gastone Moschin plays Major Tomelli, an Italian military officer who is involved in the conflict against the Libyan resistance led by Omar Mukhtar.

Stefano Patrizi portrays Lt. Sandrini, an Italian officer under the command of Gen. Rodolfo Graziani involved in operations against the Libyan rebels.

Adolfo Lastretti plays Colonel Sarsani, an Italian military officer who plays a role in the conflict in North Africa during the era depicted in the film.

Sky du Mont takes on the role of Prince Amadeo, a character depicted in the film as part of the Italian aristocracy during the colonial period in Libya.

Takis Emmanuel portrays Bu-Matari, a character involved in the resistance against the Italian forces in Libya and a supporter of Omar Mukhtar's cause.