James Mason and John Mills star in this comedy-drama about a tough colonel and a refined captain who clashed during the war, and continue their personal battle in peace-time Tahiti.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 James MasonCaptain Brett Aimsley | Captain Brett Aimsley |
 John MillsLt. Col. Clifford Southey | Lt. Col. Clifford Southey |
 Herbert LomChong Sing | Chong Sing |
 Rosenda MonterosBelle Annie | Belle Annie |
 Roy KinnearCapt. Enderby | Capt. Enderby |
 Claude DauphinHenri Farengue | Henri Farengue |
 Jacques MarinDesmoulins | Desmoulins |
| LLibby MorrisAdele Franklin | Adele Franklin |
| MMadge RyanMillie Brooks | Millie Brooks |
 Gary CockrellJoey | Joey |
 Peter BarkworthLt. David Harper | Lt. David Harper |
 Noel HarrisonJunior Lieutenant (uncredited) | Junior Lieutenant (uncredited) |