The movie ‘Escape to Burma’ released in 1955 introduces us to a story set in British Burma. The story revolves around a fugitive who hides on a teak plantation, thanks to his attraction with the owner, Gwen Moore. Filled with adventure, this movie was filmed by Allan Dwan and written by Talbot Jennings, Hobart Donavan, and Kenneth Perkins. It further features acting talents like Barbara Stanwyck, Robert Ryan, and David Farrar.
Where it Filmed?
Filming of ‘Escape to Burma’ took place at World Animal Jungle Compound, located in Thousand Oaks, California, USA. This scenic location served as the backdrop that brought the adventure to life on screen.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Barbara Stanwyck | Gwen Moore |
| Robert Ryan | Jim Brecan |
| David Farrar | Cardigan |
| Murvyn Vye | Makesh |
| Lisa Montell | Andora |
| Robert Warwick | The Sawbwa |
| Reginald Denny | Commissioner |
| Robert Cabal | Kumat |
| Peter Coe | Captain of the guard |
| Alex Montoya | Dacoit |
| Anthony Numkena | Kasha |
| John Mansfield | Sergeant |
| Gavin Muir | Astrologer |
| Joe Ferrante | |
| Tim Nelson | |
| James Van Horn | (as Jimmy Van Horne) |
| Rocky Barry | (uncredited) |
| Wag Blesing | Minor Role (uncredited) |
| Polly Burson | (uncredited) |
| Bill Cartledge | (uncredited) |
| Bob Corey | (uncredited) |
| George Deere | (uncredited) |
| John Dodsworth | (uncredited) |
| Henry A. Escalante | (uncredited) |
| Art Felix | (uncredited) |
| Paul Fierro | (uncredited) |
| Tom Humphrey | (uncredited) |
| Pete Kooy | (uncredited) |
| Sharon Lee | (uncredited) |
| Jackie Loughery | (uncredited) |
| Gloria Marshall | (uncredited) |
| Carl Mathews | (uncredited) |
| Leo J. McMahon | (uncredited) |
| Lal Chand Mehra | Poo Kan (uncredited) |
| Joe Milan | (uncredited) |
| Neyle Morrow | (uncredited) |
| Artie Ortego | (uncredited) |
| Riley Sunrise | (uncredited) |
| José Sáenz | (uncredited) |
| Kuka Tuima | (uncredited) |
| Buddy Van Horn | (uncredited) |
| William Wilkerson | (uncredited) |
| Manuel Ybarra | (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie runs for a duration of 87 minutes.
- ‘Escape to Burma’ falls under the Adventure genre.
- It got out in the USA on 9th April 1955.
- The director of the film is Allan Dwan.
- Barbara Stanwyck played the character of Gwen Moore, Robert Ryan as Jim Brecan and David Farrar as Cardigan.
- The movie was originally called ‘Bow Tamely to Me’ in the United States.
- A funny goof in the movie is that some of the apes in the Burmese jungle temple scene are actually chimpanzees which are native to Africa, not Burma.
- The film marked Sharon Lee’s debut in Hollywood.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: World Animal Jungle Compound, Thousands Oaks, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1761133
- Longitude: -118.8487793
- Place ID: ChIJkYgocFYl6IARJi7MRwF6Lo0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Thousand Oaks, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
