Clive of India

"Six words from a woman changed the map of Asia!"

Jan 25 1935 Approved 1h 34m
Action, Adventure, Biography

Fort St. David, Cuddalore, southern India, 1748. While colonial empires battle to seize an enormous territory, rich in spices and precious metals beyond the wildest dreams, and try to gain the favor of the local kings, Robert Clive (1725-1774), a frustrated but talented clerk who works for the East Indian Company and struggles to earn his fortune, makes a bold decision that will change his life forever.

Plot

In the mid-1700's the East India Company has power over commerce on the sub-continent, with the blessings of the British government. A clerk in the company, Robert Clive, is frustrated by his lack of advancement, and transfers to the military arm of the company, where he excels. Clive's leadership and gift for manipulation strengthen England's hold over India and lead to personal wealth, which is often threatened by the enemies he makes along the way.

Written by

W.P. Lipscomb, R.J. Minney

Directed by

Richard Boleslawski

Cast

Ronald Colman, Loretta Young, Colin Clive

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

United Artists, 20th Century Pictures

Languages

English

Awards

N/A

Scores
# of Votes
485
Average Rating
6.2 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA