Movie Description

King Rat

(1965)

Overview

When Singapore surrendered to the Japanese in 1942, the Allied POWs, mostly British but including a few Americans, were incarcerated in Changi prison. Among the American prisoners is Cpl. King, a wheeler-dealer who has managed to establish a pretty good life for himself in the camp. King soon forms a friendship with an upper-class British officer who is fascinated with King's enthusiastic approach to life.

Cast

Facts

Original TitleKing Rat

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1965-10-27

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 02h 14m

Production CompaniesColeytown

Genres

  • Drama
  • War