Genghis Khan was given a technical achievement citation upon its debut at the 1952 Venice Film Festival.

He goes through difficult trials, fighting against competing tribes for land rights and struggling for hegemony in the steppe.

[9] Other members of the production team include Emmanuel Rojas (cinematographer), Rex Heinze (editor), Flaviano Villareal (sound) and Juan Silos Jr.

[8] As seen in the original posters, Manuel Conde shares directional credit with Lou Salvador as a concession to the actor for agreeing to shave his head for his villain role as Burchou.

[11] Genghis Khan was praised for its technical aspects although it was also found to be too graphic and violent by critics of that time.