Adventure/War
Duration
135 minutes

Quick Summary

American and Italian troops are ordered to take over a North African oasis for the Allies, setting the stage for a dramatic wartime mission. The production presents a full Second World War adventure starring Lee Van Cleef and Jack Kelly.

About This Program

Commandos is a programme presented in the format of a movie, positioned firmly within the adventure genre. Set against the Second World War backdrop, it immerses viewers in a wartime environment, delivering a narrative that revolves around military operations and the challenges faced by those involved. The plot follows a combined force of American and Italian soldiers who are ordered to seize a strategic oasis in North Africa. Their directive is to take control of the desert outpost on behalf of the Allied powers, highlighting the cooperation between the two national contingents as they move to accomplish the mission. This operation forms the heart of the wartime adventure, with the oasis acting as a pivotal point in the desert theatre. The narrative tracks the troops as they navigate a hostile environment, underscoring the broader strategic significance such positions held for the Allies during the conflict. The film features Lee Van Cleef and Jack Kelly, who portray members of the forces engaged in the mission. Their performances lend a familiar presence to the story, reinforcing the depiction of the Allied effort to capture the oasis and adding depth to the wartime storyline. Together they help convey the tension and determination that drive the operation.

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Commandos broadcasts on Together TV +1 at 4:45pm, Sunday, 8 February 2026.

Channel Numbers:
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Production Details

Year1968
Runtime112 mins
DirectorArmando Crispino

Cast & Crew

JK
Jack Kellyas Captain Valli
LV
Lee Van Cleefas Sgt Sullivan