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Botany Bay

NR1h 33m1952John Farrow
IMDb: 6.1/10
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"SAVAGE as the Great Continent They Invaded!"

Based on the story of the start of Australia's colonisation. An American medical student is falsely convicted of robbery, with his sentence involving the torturous voyage with other prisoners to the new penal colony at Botany Bay. Because of his attempt to escape, evil Captain Gilbert decides to return him to England on charges of mutiny.

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AustraliaShipMutinyBased On Novel Or BookConvict18th CenturyHigh Seas

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What is Botany Bay (1952) about?

Based on the story of the start of Australia's colonisation. An American medical student is falsely convicted of robbery, with his sentence involving the torturous voyage with other prisoners to the new penal colony at Botany Bay. Because of his attempt to escape, evil Captain Gilbert decides to return him to England on charges of mutiny.

Who stars in Botany Bay?

Botany Bay stars Alan Ladd (Hugh Tallant), James Mason (Capt. Paul Gilbert), Patricia Medina (Sally Munroe), Cedric Hardwicke (Gov. Phillip), Murray Matheson (Rev. Mortimer Thynne). The film was directed by John Farrow.

How long is Botany Bay?

Botany Bay has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1952. It is rated NR.

Is Botany Bay worth watching?

Botany Bay holds an IMDb rating of 6.1/10. Fans of Adventure, Romance, Action are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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