North West Frontier (1959)

In the turbulent landscapes of colonial India's Northwestern Frontier Province, the dawn of the 20th century unfurls a scene of treachery and rebellion. Typically feuding Muslim tribes cast aside their rivalries, uniting menacingly against the Hindus, and in their wrath, they slay the esteemed Rajah, leaving his six-year-old son, Prince Kishan, as their next target. Amid the chaos, the child prince is saved at the eleventh hour, plunging him into a perilous adventure that transcends the confines of his royal sanctuary. As the threatening siege envelops the British governor's capital, the city teeters on the edge of downfall. The responsibility to escort the young prince to safety falls on the broad shoulders of Captain Scott of the British Army. With a steely determination, he hatches a daring plan to escape through the Muslim-held territory using Old Victoria, a decommissioned steam train owned by the loyal Gupta. Joining the perilous journey are an eclectic group of Westerners - the prince's American governess, a cynical US newspaper correspondent, an enigmatic half-Javan Dutchman Van Leyden with a critical eye, a shadowy arms merchant, and a pair of upper-class Britons. As Captain Scott pilots the Old Victoria through the barricade with a surprise ramming attack, the train becomes a moving fortress, and its passengers, unlikely companions in a desperate race against time. Yet, the path to safety is fraught with danger, not just from the external forces but also from within. As the train chugs along the treacherous terrains, the tension rises, and secrets unravel, turning their daring escape into an unforgettable saga of survival and intrigue. This thrilling journey through the North West Frontier promises a cinematic exploration of courage, loyalty, and the indomitable spirit of humanity.

North West Frontier is an adventure movie featuring Kenneth More.

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