The Conqueror (1956)

Name: The Conqueror
Genre: Adventure, Romance, History, War, Drama
Released: 1956
Duration: 111 min
Cast: John Wayne, Susan Hayward, Pedro Armendáriz, Agnes Moorehead, Thomas Gomez

1h 51m United States of America

Adventure Romance History War Drama

Plot

Mongol leader Temujin faces off against the Tartar forces while vying for the affection of Bortai, the Tartar princess. Amidst fierce battles and political intrigue, Temujin's relentless pursuit of power and love leads him to unite the Mongol tribes. His journey of ambition and conquest ultimately transforms him into the legendary Genghis Khan, a figure whose legacy would shape history. The narrative intertwines themes of love, loyalty, and the brutal realities of war, setting the stage for the rise of one of history’s most formidable rulers.

Cast

John Wayne Susan Hayward Pedro Armendáriz Agnes Moorehead Thomas Gomez John Hoyt William Conrad Ted de Corsia Leslie Bradley Lee Van Cleef Peter Mamakos Leo Gordon Richard Loo Fred Aldrich Phil Arnold