158 Classic Egyptian Films
158 titles
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Uncle Qandil's ScissorsMovie · 1985 · 109mQandil, a respected barbershop owner, is known for helping his community with their issues. His life changes when he's wrongly imprisoned after an accidental death. While he's incarcerated, his ambitious son Salah takes over the barbershop, converting it into a clothing store. - 2
Eldarb ElahmarMovie · 1980 · 88m · DramaWealthy developer Sultan wants to demolish buildings and build profitable projects, claiming they're falling apart. Lawyer Nima and her husband, Dr. Kamal, who live in the area, organize their neighbors to stop him. Sultan, returning from America, is shocked to find Nima married to his father's friend, Dr. Kamal. Enraged, he seeks revenge against her. The story reveals unexpected turns, testing everyone's motives and allegiances.TMDB 7.0 - 3
FeathersMovie · 2021 · 112mA woman who has always put her husband and children first finds her predictable life upended when a magic trick at her son's birthday party goes awry. The magician accidentally transforms her husband into a chicken. Suddenly, the mother must step up and navigate a series of increasingly bizarre events to reverse the spell. As she struggles to bring her husband back, she undergoes a surprising and unconventional personal journey.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.7 - 4
NightmareMovie · 1989 · 105mA journalist is plagued by recurring nightmares centered on a deserted mansion.IMDb 5.8 - 5
The Second WifeMovie · 1967 · 112mIn a rural Egyptian village, a powerful mayor rules with an iron fist, controlling every aspect of life.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.2 - 6
The Law, Excuse UsMovie · 1985 · 100mOn their wedding night, Ali reveals a psychological issue to Hoda that prevents him from being intimate with her. Despite their happiness, this revelation casts a shadow over the beginning of their marriage.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.0 - 7
Fadel and NeamaMovie · 2022 · 101mFadel and Naema run a food truck together, and their story follows Fadel as he navigates a series of humorous situations while running their business.IMDb 5.0TMDB 5.9 - 8
Sins of the FleshMovie · 2016 · 125mHassan and Fatma work on a farm owned by the wealthy Mourad. In the early days of the January 25th revolution, Ali escapes from prison and seeks refuge with his cousin Hassan. Hassan offers him shelter, but soon Mourad discovers the secret love affair between Fatma and Ali from years ago. This past romance, built on unspoken desires, creates escalating tension and threatens to affect everyone around them.IMDb 5.4TMDB 4.5 - 9
TeenagersMovie · 1960 · 142mAt a party with her friend Safaa, Nada meets pilot officer Adel and they begin a relationship that includes flights in his plane. Her absences from school lead to a visit from the headmistress and a difficult conversation with her mother. Adel proposes, but Nada's family opposes the marriage and, after insulting and physically harming her, arranges for her to marry her cousin instead.IMDb 6.2TMDB 7.3 - 10
KarnakMovie · 1975 · 140mDuring the 1960s, the lives of college friends Ismail, Zainab, and Helmy are shattered when they are arrested and subjected to torture by the General Intelligence Directorate, a force known for its oppressive tactics.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 11
Sageen Abu Za'abalMovie · 1957 · 101mA naive young man is wrongly imprisoned due to the resentment of a foreign drug dealer, who is angered by the dealer's mistress's affection for him. During an Egyptian raid on Abu Zaabal prison, the young man and his friend manage to escape, and their situation rapidly becomes more complicated.IMDb 6.3 - 12
AishaMovie · 1953 · 110mMadbouly pressures his daughter into selling lottery tickets in cafes, while her brothers work as pickpockets. Yahya, a wealthy man, encounters Aisha and feels a strong connection to her, seeing a resemblance to his own lost daughter. He arranges with Madbouly for Aisha to live with him, promising her a quality education and upbringing in exchange for a monthly salary.IMDb 6.6 - 13
The CrimeMovie · 2022 · 126mIn the 1970s, Adel, a middle-aged man, was profoundly influenced by his strict grandfather. He fell in love with Nadia, who became his wife and the mother of his son. Subsequently, a series of events lead Adel to commit crimes, which are investigated by Amgad Al Husseiny, culminating in a series of unexpected revelations.IMDb 6.1TMDB 5.6 - 14
Hepta: The Last LectureMovie · 2016 · 120m · Romance, DramaBased on the bestselling novel, Dr. Shukri Mokhtar, a celebrated social psychology expert known for his insightful answers to everyday questions, delivers one final lecture: "How Do We Love?" He explores the complexities of love by examining four distinct relationships, charting their journeys through highs, lows, and crises.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.7 - 15
Gone with No ReturnMovie · 1984 · 95mAttia (Yehia al-Fakharani), a regular employee, is threatened with the cancellation of his daughter's engagement by his mother-in-law because he hasn't secured an apartment. He journeys to his hometown to sell his inherited property. There, he meets Kharyia (Leila Alawi), the daughter of Kamal Bey (Farid Shawki), who purchased his land, and falls in love with her.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.8 - 16
The Yacoubian BuildingMovie · 2006 · 161m · DramaThe residents of a dilapidated Cairo apartment building, "The Yacoubian Building," grapple with problems of corruption, religious extremism, social class, and sexual identity. The film uses a variety of characters to provide a sharp look at Egyptian society.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.3 - 17
YacoutMovie · 1934 · 79mA film inspired by the classic Pagnol play, presented with an Egyptian setting.IMDb 6.6TMDB 4.3 - 18
Dark WatersMovie · 1956 · 120mAfter three years at sea, Ragab, a poor sailor, returns to Alexandria with enough money to marry his beloved Hamedah. However, he finds trouble brewing in the harbor, complicated by an encounter with an old friend.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.2 - 19
The CityMovie · 1999 · 105mAli, an actor with aspirations, works in a government-subsidized butcher shop and participates in a low-budget play. Against his father's wishes, he moves to Paris to pursue his dreams and begins living undocumented among a large Arab community. He experiences a transformative event there, the full impact of which he doesn't realize until he returns to Egypt.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.3 - 20
BobbosMovie · 2009 · 114mDuring a financial crisis, a wealthy businessman and a businesswoman find themselves on the brink of losing everything. While attempting to rebuild their fortunes, an unexpected romantic connection blossoms between them, marked by humor.IMDb 4.2TMDB 4.7 - 21
Siko SikoMovie · 2025 · 120m · ComedyTwo cousins from modest backgrounds achieve their lifelong dream when they inherit a fortune after their uncle's passing. However, they soon discover the inheritance consists of illegal goods. To sell them, they develop a complex mobile game. They name it "Siko Siko." The cousins briefly experience remarkable success before a mob boss emerges, claiming ownership of the goods.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.9 - 22
The EscapeMovie · 1991 · 120mAhmed Zaki stars as Mountasir, a peasant who becomes entangled in a criminal enterprise led by his friend Midhat. Betrayed by Midhat, Mountasir is imprisoned. Inside jail, he learns that Midhat forced his wife into prostitution, and vows revenge upon his release.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.0 - 23
AlgaeMovie · 1990 · 88mThe film centers on three brothers in Hama, Syria, who are vying for an inheritance. However, deep disagreements erupt among them regarding the division of their family's wealth.IMDb 7.3 - 24
30 Years AgoMovie · 2016 · 170mOmar returns home from living abroad with the intention of dividing his wealth among his nine family members. However, he warns them that the money is cursed, bringing misfortune to those who possess it. He has already persuaded his cousin Emad of this belief after a series of strange and unfortunate events befall family members. Together, they try to uncover the truth behind the curse.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.3 - 25
Dry Hot SummersMovie · 2016 · 30mTwo isolated individuals, at very different stages of life, unexpectedly meet in a Cairo taxi on a bustling summer day. Elderly Shawky and lively Doaa, both preoccupied with their daily lives, find their shared journey through the city becoming a path of rediscovering themselves and a renewed connection to life.IMDb 7.4TMDB 8.0 - 26
The ShameMovie · 1982 · 123mA family inherits their father's drug business, and the inheritance quickly leads to their downfall.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.6 - 27
Public RelationsMovie · 2005 · 136mA tour guide finds herself torn between two men. The first is a powerful businessman, secretly her husband, who insists she terminate her pregnancy. The other is a man she meets during a tour, and with whom she falls in love, drawn to his easygoing nature and kindness.IMDb 5.9 - 28
Dark CloudsMovie · 2021 · 118mA Syrian man living in the West learns he's seriously ill and decides to return to Syria. He arrives to find his home occupied by strangers. Caught in the midst of war's chaos, his life becomes connected to theirs. - 29
Life or DeathMovie · 1954 · 95mA man experiencing a heart attack asks his daughter to retrieve medicine. The pharmacist, after filling the prescription, discovers he has mistakenly dispensed a poisonous elixir. Alerting the police, the chief officer in Cairo launches a comprehensive effort to save the man from unknowingly taking the deadly medication.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.7 - 30
AllaeibaMovie · 1987 · 104mAziz (Hussein Fahmy) manages an investment company for Saeed and his partner, but their preference for fast profits clashes with Aziz's scientific approach, leading to his dismissal. Shortly after, Aziz meets Soso (Yousra). Then, Saber (Sayed Zayan) is hired as manager and quickly causes significant financial damage, infuriating Saeed and his partner. Seeking protection, Saber turns to Aziz, and together they plot revenge.IMDb 5.6 - 31
The VagabondsMovie · 1985 · 120mThis film, which launched Abdel Sayed's career as a key figure in Egyptian New Realism, follows two friends who climb the social ladder through questionable deals. The story explores themes of love, anger, and betrayal.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.0 - 32
DantelaMovie · 1998 · 104mSamar, a singer, and Mariam, a lawyer, have been friends since childhood. After an accident while driving, Samar calls Mariam to the police station where she's being questioned by officer Hossam. The situation brings their complicated feelings for Hossam to the surface, creating a love triangle between the three of them.IMDb 3.5TMDB 5.0 - 33
The RuthlessMovie · 1992 · 100mIn Alexandria, three brothers – Hammam, Khamis, and Fatima – live together. Hammam runs a transport office within the port that secretly serves as a front for a drug trafficking gang, and he draws his younger brother Khamis into the illegal business. Their sister Fatima disapproves of their criminal activities and works as a shop assistant selling clothes. She has a relationship with Mansour, a friend of Khamis who has been away from the neighborhood for years.IMDb 3.3 - 34
AzizaMovie · 2019 · 13mIn Lebanon, Ayman, a Syrian refugee, teaches his wife to drive his car – a poignant link to his homeland. The driving lesson unexpectedly spirals into a blend of intense emotion, blurring the lines between present reality and memories of the past.IMDb 6.4TMDB 5.0 - 35
Kit KatMovie · 1991 · 130m · Comedy, DramaBlind Sheikh Hosny lives with his aging mother and frustrated son, Youssef, in the Kit Kat neighborhood. Youssef wants to leave for Europe for work and connects with Fatima, a divorced woman who shares his longing for a new life. Sheikh Hosny, however, defies his blindness and dreams of riding a motorcycle. To cope with the pain of losing his wife and their home, he and his neighbors use hashish as a temporary escape. The film explores hope in difficult circumstances, self-acceptance, and the yearning for change, while also showing how family helps people face challenges.IMDb 8.3TMDB 7.3 - 36
I Am FreeMovie · 1959 · 115mThis film, the first in a trilogy by Salah Abu Seif exploring women's empowerment, is set in urban Egypt during the late 1940s and early 1950s. It follows a young woman as she seeks personal freedom and strives to define herself as a modern Egyptian.IMDb 7.0TMDB 6.7 - 37
Omar Sharif: Citizen of the WorldMovie · 2020 · 53mOmar Sharif (1932-2015) rose to international fame starring in numerous large-scale epic films. More than just an actor, he was known for his love of bridge, his charm with women, and his enjoyment of life's pleasures. A man of many contrasts, he often preferred card games to acting and lived a nomadic existence, spending much of his life in hotels.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.0 - 38
Friday MarketMovie · 2018 · 99mEach week, the Friday market is a gathering place for the working class. The film explores the lives of the market vendors, focusing on their personal stories and interactions with customers.IMDb 5.3TMDB 4.7 - 39
StrangersMovie · 1973 · 118mNadia finds herself caught between the differing viewpoints of three men: her artistic lover, her traditional brother, and the secular professor Fo'uad Ebaid. The story follows her struggle to forge her own identity and life choices, independent of their influences.IMDb 4.9 - 40
Diamond DustMovie · 2018 · 150m · Mystery, Thriller, DramaTaha is a pharmacist living a quiet life caring for his father, who has a disability. His ordinary existence is shattered when a mysterious murder takes place. Drawn into the investigation, Taha begins uncovering a series of secrets that reveal a darker, more sorrowful side of the city's criminal underworld.IMDb 7.9TMDB 7.5 - 41
The SinMovie · 1965 · 105mAziza and her husband Abdullah are day laborers who work on different farms. While picking potatoes, Aziza is brutally raped by a guard. She conceals the pregnancy and intends to terminate it after the baby is born.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.8 - 42
The Straner's DustMovie · 1998 · 90mThis film tells the story of Abd al-Rahman al-Kawakibi, a 19th-century Syrian scholar who fought against injustice as the Ottoman Empire crumbled. His activism ultimately led to the downfall of the Ottoman viceroy. However, he was subsequently exiled to Cairo, where he continued his struggle.IMDb 7.0 - 43
Deprivation WellMovie · 1969 · 92mEvery night at dusk, a good woman becomes a notorious flirt, with no memory of her actions the following day. A psychiatrist attempts to understand the cause of her condition and find a permanent solution.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.3 - 44
Ossfour Laho AnyabMovie · 1987IMDb 5.4 - 45
The Eid NightMovie · 2024 · 95mThe story explores women's struggles on an island, where several women face hardship and crisis stemming from men's disregard for their rights.IMDb 4.8TMDB 1.5 - 46
The EmigrantMovie · 1994 · 130mThis character-driven film retells the story of Joseph from an Egyptian viewpoint. Here, Joseph is called Ram. Dissatisfied with his family's traditional beliefs and weary of his brothers' bullying, Ram journeys to Egypt to learn about agriculture. His brothers accompany him to the Sinai, but then betray him by selling him to Ozir, an Egyptian working for Amihar, a military leader in Thebes. Impressed by Ram’s ambition and charisma, Amihar gives him land outside the city. Ram soon becomes entangled in the power struggles and romantic intrigues between Amihar and his wife, Simihit, a prominent priestess.IMDb 6.5TMDB 5.7 - 47
the AtheistMovie · 2025This story explores how religious extremism and atheism shape the lives of young people and their consequences for society. - 48
Struggle of the HeroesMovie · 1962 · 112mIn 1947 Egypt, a cholera outbreak devastates rural villages. Dr. Shukri is assigned to a village hoping to alleviate the suffering of its impoverished people. However, the village's feudal lord exploits the inhabitants through forced labor on his land, silencing any dissent with threats of institutionalization.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.0 - 49
Please Call MeMovie · 2010 · 115mIbrahim Toshkee is an aspiring actor lacking genuine talent. After repeated failures, he resorts to deception, leading him into a series of complications. He also finds himself romantically involved with his neighbor, Abla, while simultaneously having an affair with a prostitute named Ashgan.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.1 - 50
Shayateen El LeylMovie · 1966 · 105mAtwa cares for his younger brother until he finishes school. He works in a factory, using his strength to become a pimp on Imad al-Din Street. Rawhiyya, who lost her family during the British occupation, recognizes him. Atwa secretly works as a spy for a princess, relaying information about the guerrillas. Then, Rawhiyya leaves him. He doesn't know why. - 51
DisorderMovie · 2018 · 8m**Disorder:** A film documenting the immediate aftermath of a missile strike in Syria, focusing on the human responses. It explores how the event triggered reactions among the survivors, revealing the ways people turned towards one another in the absence of official aid. - 52
SleeplessMovie · 1957 · 125mNadia, accustomed to a life of luxury, is upset when her father announces he's remarrying. Driven by jealousy, she attempts to sabotage the relationship by spreading false rumors about her future mother-in-law and pursuing a relationship with a much older man.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.1 - 53
In the Heliopolis FlatMovie · 2007 · 118mNajwa, a music teacher from Minya, Upper Egypt, travels to Cairo with her students to find Tahany, her former music teacher who lived in an apartment in Heliopolis.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.8 - 54
Memories of Hani ShenoudaMovie · 2023 · 150m"Memories of Hani Shenouda" is a concert held in Saudi Arabia to honor the musician Hani Shenouda, attended by several prominent stars. - 55
The Street PlayerMovie · 1983 · 109mFares, a shoe factory worker, is deeply passionate about football. He lives a modest life in a rough neighborhood, playing street football to earn extra money. But his marriage and job are unstable, and he faces difficulties stemming from his lack of self-control with his divorced wife and son.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.2 - 56
HobalMovie · 2025 · 116mIn the early 1990s, a Saudi family adheres to their grandfather's strict orders to stay isolated in the desert. Unexpected events disrupt their carefully maintained existence, plunging them into a desperate fight for survival.IMDb 7.7TMDB 10.0 - 57
A Warm Winter NightMovie · 1981 · 107mSara and Mohy are with Sara's father, Mounir Rahmi, a prominent contractor, as they travel to Aswan, holding the Koran. There, Sara learns her father intends to prevent her marriage and instead wants her to marry someone she dislikes. He flies to Cairo. Mamdouh then arranges for Sara to agree to marry Mohy after attempting to persuade him to divorce her. The father offers a financial reward for Sara's discovery.IMDb 6.2TMDB 8.2 - 58
Cairo StationMovie · 1958 · 77m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerIn the busy central Cairo train station, Qinawi, a physically challenged newspaper peddler, finds his life changing as he becomes captivated by Hanuma, a friendly drink vendor. Hanuma playfully dismisses any romantic interest from Qinawi, though she is truly devoted to Abu Siri, a respected and powerful porter at the station.
Abu Siri faces hardship as he tries to organize his fellow workers for better treatment, challenging their abusive boss. Qinawi observes these events, his feelings for Hanuma persisting despite her affections for Abu Siri. Their lives become interwoven through a complicated mix of longing, hardship, and aspirations as they face the difficulties of life within the train station.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.4 - 59
The Beginning and the EndMovie · 1960 · 130mIn late 1930s Cairo, a middle-class Egyptian family faces financial hardship following the death of their father, who was the family's only income. The mother and her four children – three sons and their sister, Nefisah – fight to avoid poverty, but their individual paths diverge in troubling ways.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.0 - 60
Seraa fil jebelMovie · 1961 · 100mSalim attempts to sabotage the work of his rivals, Fouad and Ahmed, who operate a stone workshop in the Abu Zaabal quarries. Salim, aiming to control the entire stone supply, employs various tactics to achieve this, including intimidating them with outlaw groups and spreading rumors to create conflict between the brothers.IMDb 8.3 - 61
18 DaysMovie · 2011 · 125mTen filmmakers offer ten distinct stories charting the 18 days of the 2011 Egyptian revolution. Each story reflects a personal experience, a heard account, or an imagined scenario from that pivotal time.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.9 - 62
Rising RainMovie · 1995 · 110mSabah, a writer navigating city life, experiences the challenges of a society that marginalizes those on the periphery. Facing financial difficulties, he finds an unexpected connection with a young woman through late-night encounters in the rain, as a romance blossoms between them. - 63
GunshotMovie · 2018 · 96mFollowing a confrontation between protestors and security forces, a body from the clash is taken to the morgue, joining seven others. Forensic doctor Yassin Al-Manstarli examines the body and concludes the victim was shot at close range, a detail differing from the other cases. The leak of Dr. Al-Manstarli's report to the media sets off a chain of events.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.1 - 64
Mawkib Al-EbaaMovie · 2005 · 114mFollowing the death of Imam Hussein in the Battle of Karbala in 61 AH, his sister Sayyida Zainab and his son Imam Zain al-Abidin, along with surviving family members—women and children—began a somber journey. They traveled from Kufa to the palace of Ibn Ziyad, and then onward to the palace of Yazid in the Levant, enduring a difficult and arduous path.IMDb 7.5 - 65
Terrorism and KebabMovie · 1992 · 115mAhmed goes to the Tahrir compound to get paperwork for transferring his son to a new school, but he encounters bureaucratic hurdles. He unexpectedly ends up participating in an armed takeover of the government building, taking hostages, and is labeled a terrorist as a result.IMDb 7.8TMDB 7.7 - 66
Love In The DarknessMovie · 1953 · 144mNemat lives with her father and sister. Their neighbor, Ahmed, lives with his mother and criminal brother. When his brother steals money, his mother tries to help him. The brother then commits murder because of the theft. However, Nemat witnesses Ahmed at the crime scene instead of his brother, leading to her being blinded and a series of escalating events.IMDb 6.9 - 67
The Last BreakfastMovie · 2021 · 94mThis is a love story about a married couple tragically separated by death. The wife had a premonition of the impending disaster during breakfast, triggered by the day's relentless bombings. - 68
Arab BluesMovie · 2020 · 88m · Comedy, DramaSelma, a psychoanalyst, returns to her native Tunisia to start a practice and finds herself working with a diverse group of new patients.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.1 - 69
The GhoulMovie · 1983 · 120mAdel, a divorced journalist with a daughter, meets Nash'at al Kashef, the son of wealthy businessman Fahmy Al Kashef, at his usual bar. Nash'at kills the bartender and injures belly dancer Nadia when she refuses to go home with him. Adel reports the crime, but Fahmy uses his influence to protect Nash'at. Adel finds Nadia, the only witness, and convinces her to tell the police what happened. Nash'at is arrested and goes to trial. Adel falls for Mosheera, Fahmy's daughter. The court declares Nash'at not guilty, prompting Adel to take matters into his own hands to achieve justice.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 70
The Blood of the InnocentMovie · 2005 · 109mReda, out of work, develops feelings for his neighbor Hanan. Her sudden departure to work for an aristocratic woman leads Reda down a path of involvement with terrorist groups. Separately, Jaber makes a living through fraud and deceit, ultimately dying in an accident.IMDb 5.9TMDB 6.0 - 71
The LandMovie · 1970 · 130m · DramaIn 1933, a rural village is disrupted when the mayor announces that irrigation water will now be shared equally between the villagers and Mahmoud Bey, the wealthy landowner. This news initially brings hope to the peasants. However, Mahmoud then proposes a new project requiring a portion of their farmland. The community sends Mohamed Effendi to government officials to plead for protection of their rights against Mahmoud's growing power. The story unfolds as a compelling account of resilience, political maneuvering, and the fight for fairness in a time of transformation.IMDb 8.0TMDB 8.2 - 72
Stray BulletMovie · 2010 · 76mIn 1976 Beirut, Noha reconnects with an old love, a man about to be married. Afterward, she witnesses a violent event that prompts her to re-evaluate her life and pursue a journey of self-discovery.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.2 - 73
An Egyptian StoryMovie · 1982 · 120mFollowing the events of "Alexandria, Why?", Egyptian filmmaker Yehia Mourad, in his thirties and professionally successful, has drifted apart from his family. While filming his newest movie, he experiences a symbolic heart blockage. He is then taken to England for medical evaluation and discovers he needs emergency surgery. The film interweaves reality and imagination, incorporating clever fantasy elements, to examine the influences that shaped Yehia Mourad, and Youssef Chahine.IMDb 7.3TMDB 6.5 - 74
An AffairMovie · 1996 · 110mA woman with a dangerous mind manipulates a married man into a sexual encounter. Her intention is to later blackmail him and destroy his marriage, ultimately to possess him for herself.IMDb 5.0TMDB 6.0 - 75
BasmaMovie · 2024 · 105mA young Saudi woman returning from studying abroad discovers her family has kept significant realities hidden from her.IMDb 4.4TMDB 7.1 - 76
Factory GirlMovie · 2014 · 92mHiyam, a young factory worker living in a working-class neighborhood with her colleagues, becomes infatuated with Salah, the factory's new supervisor. She is determined to make their relationship work, believing love can overcome social barriers. But when a pregnancy test is found at the factory, her family and friends condemn her. Hiyam chooses not to defend herself and faces severe consequences in a society that rejects her.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.6 - 77
The CheetahMovie · 1972 · 110mIn early 1900s Syria, a peasant is dispossessed of his land by the authorities. After imprisonment and brutal beating at the hands of the gendarme, he escapes to the mountains, igniting a violent fight for revolution.IMDb 6.7TMDB 5.0 - 78
Under the CeilingMovie · 2005 · 100mFor as long as he can remember, water has been steadily dripping from the ceiling, a constant, dreamlike rhythm that divides Nidal Debs' world. The film uses two cameras – one following Nidal, the other his friend Marwan – each capturing what the other sees. Marwan has lived in Damascus since the influx of refugees, witnessing increasing hardship. He and his friends recall a time of vibrant dreams and open streets, now overshadowed by a profound sense of frustration and loneliness. The death of a friend named Ahmad marks a turning point, a moment where years of silence and suppressed feelings must finally be confronted. In this new space, dreams seek a final, fleeting moment.IMDb 7.0TMDB 10.0 - 79
The promised nightMovie · 1984 · 95mFathi deals in smuggled goods and lives with his mother, Bahia. He is in love with his neighbor, Fakiha, who encourages him to continue his education. However, a matchmaker convinces Bahia to marry Said, a con artist known for marrying wealthy older women and defrauding them. Fathi attempts to stop the wedding.IMDb 6.3TMDB 7.0 - 80
The StormMovie · 2001 · 100mThis film offers a glimpse into the Gulf War of the early 1990s from the perspective of Egyptians, a population deeply divided by the conflict. It explores their daily lives – the experiences that shaped their understanding of and approach to the war. The story focuses on these everyday realities, forming the core of the film.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.0 - 81
The Blazing SunMovie · 1954 · 116m · Drama, RomanceA story of love and conflict unfolds when a wealthy landowner floods a village to seize its resources, displacing its people. This act deeply affects his own daughter, Amal, who is secretly in love with Ahmed, a young man from the village.
The power imbalance between them intensifies tensions within the community. The film examines themes of love, revenge, and the lengths people will go to protect their homes, highlighting the brutal realities of power and social division.IMDb 7.2TMDB 6.9 - 82
Execution Of A Dead ManMovie · 1985 · 128mMansour (Mahmoud Abdel Aziz) is condemned to death for alleged communication with Israel prior to the October War. An intelligence officer, Mohy (Farid Shawky), then creates a plan to substitute Mansour with Egyptian officer Ezzeldin due to their strong physical resemblance. The goal is to extract crucial information about the Dimona reactor.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.3 - 83
Alexandria... New YorkMovie · 2004 · 128mThis film explores the complex connection between America and the Arab world, told through an Arab lens. It follows Yehia, a celebrated Egyptian filmmaker whose life has been profoundly influenced by two significant loves: a relationship with an American woman named Ginger, and a deep affection for America itself.IMDb 5.7TMDB 6.6 - 84
Hamido's ReturnMovie · 1971 · 90m - 85
The ForgottenMovie · 1993 · 100mYusuf Al-Mansi, a railway worker on his night shift, witnesses a millionaire named Asaad Yakout hosting a lavish party near his workplace. Yakout intends to secure a deal with a VIP, using his secretary Ghada as leverage. Yusuf sees Ghada entering the party and offers her protection from Yakout's men, who have been sent to bring her back.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.9 - 86
NightshiftMovie · 2020 · 14mZein, a man in his mid-twenties, finds quiet satisfaction in his job as an internet service provider customer service representative. Late one night, he answers a call from Akram, a customer frustrated by a technical issue. Akram's complaints escalate into abusive outbursts, revealing to Zein the monotonous nature of his work, his lack of control, and the bleakness of his own existence.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.2 - 87
The Path of RemorseMovie · 1987 · 100mTariq, a straight-laced architect, faces obstacles to his upcoming marriage from his fiancé's mother, who opposes the union because Tariq refuses to accept bribes for financial gain. Struggling with this pressure, he develops a drug addiction and encounters Hamida, a woman seeking redemption. They marry, unaware of each other's hidden pasts.TMDB 6.0 - 88
The HungerMovie · 1986 · 112mThis is a new story in the epic of Harafish. An oppressive bully rules the alley, fueled by resentment over his brother's unjust imprisonment for helping the poor. While his brother is incarcerated, his wife secretly orchestrates a revolution among the impoverished, aiming to overthrow the corrupt regime and end the bully’s tyranny.IMDb 6.7TMDB 7.0 - 89
Son of the NileMovie · 1951 · 105mHemaidah, a farmer, deeply dislikes rural life. He finds the work of tending his fields and animals tedious. Despite his unhappiness, he marries Zebeidah, a woman from his village.IMDb 6.8TMDB 7.1 - 90
Money slavesMovie · 1953 · 116mWahid and Mansour are friends involved in a drug trafficking gang. When Mansour is sentenced to prison for murder, he asks Wahid to care for his wife and entrusts him with his money. However, Wahid betrays Mansour's trust by spending the money and having an affair with his wife.IMDb 6.1 - 91
Angel and DevilMovie · 1960 · 105mShawkat and Samira are a happy couple with a five-year-old daughter, Sawsan. Their peaceful life is shattered when thieves break into their home, seeking valuables. Sawsan witnesses the crime, and the thieves take her hostage. The gang leader, El-Shahat, demands a ransom of 110 thousand pounds from her parents. Sawsan is held with two gang members, Ezzat and Ghairia, in Alexandria. Despite being part of the criminal group, Ezzat and Ghairia feel sympathy for the little girl.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.0 - 92
The City's Lost SoulsMovie · 1974 · 100mJudge Abdullah requests court guard Farghali to find him a maid. He goes to the impoverished Shohrat, who desperately needs money for her children and her husband, who is addicted. Abdullah provides her with funds in exchange for her services, but when he stops paying, she leaves. He then searches for her relentlessly. - 93
Birds of DarknessMovie · 1995 · 112mThree lawyers, friends who drifted apart due to different paths, are the focus. Fathi Nofal evolves from a principled lawyer into someone driven by personal gain. Ali al-Zanati joins extremist religious groups for financial rewards. Meanwhile, Mohsen remains a low-profile employee, avoiding conflict altogether.IMDb 7.4TMDB 6.9 - 94
Roaming AboutMovie · 1997 · 105mWhen his father leaves for war, a young boy's life is upended by the growing conflicts within Syria during the 1940s. The family navigates the shifting landscape of regional and internal struggles.TMDB 8.0 - 95
We share your joyMovie · 1988 · 120mMukhtar is determined to marry his fiancée, Samia, but their wedding has been delayed for eight years by their struggle to find an apartment and the ongoing harassment from Samia's mother. - 96
Head to HeadMovie · 2023 · 94m · Comedy, Thriller, ActionA lovesick chauffeur and a bootleg mechanic accidentally pick up a retired crime boss, setting off a chaotic and transformative journey.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.3 - 97
Sons of Rizk 2: Return of the Lions of the LandMovie · 2019 · 96mThree years after their previous experiences, four brothers are striving to uphold a pact they made to avoid a life of crime. However, a single event dramatically alters their course, exposing them to unfamiliar dangers and forcing them into perilous confrontations with seasoned criminals.IMDb 7.1TMDB 7.1 - 98
The PreacherMovie · 2017 · 130m"From Behind the Scenes" tells the story of a young sheikh at a government mosque who unexpectedly rises to fame. He transitions from leading prayers to becoming a popular TV personality, offering "fatwas" embraced by millions who admire his courage in challenging traditional religious views in a society dominated by fundamentalism. The film explores the power dynamics between religion and authority, defying conventional boundaries.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 99
A Woman, UnfortunatelyMovie · 1988 · 90mThe film centers on twin sisters, Nadia and Heba, played by Yousra. Heba is composed and considerate, while Nadia is free-spirited and driven solely by the desire for wealth. Heba develops admiration for her university professor, while Nadia meets Khaled in the elevator and learns he works for the company she hopes to join, headed by Salah Zulfikar. Both sisters pursue their ambitions with determination. - 100
His Excellency the MinisterMovie · 2002 · 115mDue to a mistake, Ra'fat Rostum unexpectedly finds himself in a ministerial position he never earned. He manages to keep the job for a considerable time, but then begins experiencing disturbing nightmares. Seeking relief, he asks his office manager, Ateya, to join him on a trip to the North Coast.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.6